salaryGreensboro is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$159
👥 People living there
301,198
256,492
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
41%
42.4%
Own their home
50.5%
38.1%
Below poverty line
17%
11%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Irving for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $92,910 | +53% in Irving |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $64,900 | +39% in Irving |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $168,510 | +33% in Irving |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $101,420 | +22% in Irving |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $101,870 | +21% in Irving |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $24,160 | -20% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | $122,520 | +18% in Irving |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $134,900 | +12% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Irving cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,892 in Irving.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $66,606 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Irving?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $88,254 in Irving, 25% more in Irving.