salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$180
👥 People living there
301,198
195,185
Commute to work
21.7 min
20.2 min
College degree
41%
34.6%
Own their home
50.5%
46.6%
Below poverty line
17%
20.2%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Knoxville for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | $85,730 | -18% in Knoxville |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,230 | $109,740 | -17% in Knoxville |
| Medical Assistant | $46,090 | $38,880 | -16% in Knoxville |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $62,890 | -15% in Knoxville |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $107,980 | -10% in Knoxville |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | $57,960 | -9% in Knoxville |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $56,380 | -7% in Knoxville |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $77,240 | -7% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and Knoxville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $59,809 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $58,281 in Knoxville, 14% more in Greensboro.