salaryGreensboro is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Mesa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,826
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,712
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$89,248
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$408,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$1,604
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$168
👥 People living there
301,198
511,764
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
41%
32.5%
Own their home
50.5%
64.4%
Below poverty line
17%
10.3%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Mesa for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $47,530 | +58% in Mesa |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $85,050 | +40% in Mesa |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $61,780 | +33% in Mesa |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | $78,080 | +23% in Mesa |
| Cashier | $28,630 | $34,920 | +22% in Mesa |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $100,830 | +22% in Mesa |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $102,520 | +22% in Mesa |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | $44,950 | +21% in Mesa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Mesa cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,826 in Mesa.
What salary do I need in Mesa to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $66,752 a year gives the same standard of living in Mesa.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Mesa?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $89,248 in Mesa, 26% more in Mesa.