salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$131
👥 People living there
301,198
488,837
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.6 min
College degree
41%
40.1%
Own their home
50.5%
57.4%
Below poverty line
17%
13.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $80,280 | +32% in Omaha |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $61,040 | +31% in Omaha |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $62,280 | -16% in Omaha |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | $42,550 | +14% in Omaha |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $34,290 | +14% in Omaha |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $94,170 | +12% in Omaha |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $134,130 | +11% in Omaha |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $63,400 | +10% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $59,384 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Omaha?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $78,947 in Omaha, 16% more in Omaha.