salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$196
👥 People living there
301,198
371,853
Commute to work
21.7 min
22.6 min
College degree
41%
42.4%
Own their home
50.5%
51.2%
Below poverty line
17%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New Orleans for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $16,640 | -45% in New Orleans |
| Medical Assistant | $46,090 | $36,780 | -20% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $37,250 | -20% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $48,970 | -19% in New Orleans |
| Civil Engineer | $93,460 | $108,240 | +16% in New Orleans |
| Software Developer | $125,190 | $106,950 | -15% in New Orleans |
| Truck Driver | $58,480 | $51,540 | -12% in New Orleans |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,550 | $30,520 | -12% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $59,827 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $61,077 in New Orleans, 9% more in Greensboro.
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