salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Louisville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,278
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,200
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$72,097
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$233,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$1,989
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$167
👥 People living there
301,198
631,818
Commute to work
21.7 min
22.5 min
College degree
41%
33.8%
Own their home
50.5%
60.7%
Below poverty line
17%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $57,510 | $74,680 | +30% in Louisville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | $46,830 | +26% in Louisville |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $63,280 | -15% in Louisville |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $56,520 | +13% in Louisville |
| Software Developer | $125,190 | $110,270 | -12% in Louisville |
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $89,140 | -12% in Louisville |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,260 | $42,220 | +10% in Louisville |
| Civil Engineer | $93,460 | $102,650 | +10% in Louisville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Louisville cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and Louisville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Louisville to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $60,135 a year gives the same standard of living in Louisville.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Louisville?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $72,097 in Louisville, 8% more in Louisville.