salaryGreensboro is 22% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irvine to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$113
👥 People living there
301,198
311,690
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
41%
70.6%
Own their home
50.5%
44.5%
Below poverty line
17%
10.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $98,050 | +110% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $121,980 | +101% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $101,860 | +71% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $135,560 | +64% in Irvine |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $194,410 | +53% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $75,740 | +52% in Irvine |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $122,980 | +46% in Irvine |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $161,890 | +34% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 22% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $73,375 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Irvine?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $147,451 in Irvine, 55% more in Irvine.