salaryGreensboro is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$157
👥 People living there
301,198
2,328,253
Commute to work
21.7 min
27.2 min
College degree
41%
36.6%
Own their home
50.5%
42.1%
Below poverty line
17%
19.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Houston for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $59,120 | +27% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $22,080 | -27% in Houston |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $104,930 | +25% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $157,980 | +24% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $74,570 | +23% in Houston |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $99,830 | +20% in Houston |
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $119,600 | +18% in Houston |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $137,240 | +14% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Houston cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,533 in Houston.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $63,724 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Houston?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $69,901 in Houston, 5% more in Houston.