salaryGreensboro is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$120
👥 People living there
301,198
278,001
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.4 min
College degree
41%
59.9%
Own their home
50.5%
46%
Below poverty line
17%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $57,510 | $85,160 | +48% in Madison |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $78,430 | +34% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $80,580 | +32% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $63,480 | +27% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $126,620 | +25% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $101,190 | +22% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $56,430 | +21% in Madison |
| Cashier | $28,630 | $34,550 | +21% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Madison cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $62,857 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Madison?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $84,177 in Madison, 21% more in Madison.