salaryGreensboro is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Modesto to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,988
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,761
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$86,162
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$442,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
104.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$2,835
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$166
👥 People living there
301,198
219,215
Commute to work
21.7 min
30.2 min
College degree
41%
21.2%
Own their home
50.5%
58.9%
Below poverty line
17%
13.3%
Unemployment
5.1%
7.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Modesto for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Modesto | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $101,640 | +70% in Modesto |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $77,370 | +66% in Modesto |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $98,230 | +61% in Modesto |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $132,590 | +60% in Modesto |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $73,730 | +48% in Modesto |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $123,910 | +47% in Modesto |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $165,730 | +37% in Modesto |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $76,710 | +31% in Modesto |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Modesto cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Modesto to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $67,264 a year gives the same standard of living in Modesto.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Modesto?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $86,162 in Modesto, 23% more in Modesto.