salaryGreensboro is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Ontario to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$2,618
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$2,120
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$95,923
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$607,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$3,638
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$134
👥 People living there
301,198
180,547
Commute to work
21.7 min
31.5 min
College degree
41%
22.5%
Own their home
50.5%
58%
Below poverty line
17%
12.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Ontario for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Ontario | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $79,160 | +70% in Ontario |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $101,870 | +67% in Ontario |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $98,520 | +65% in Ontario |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $133,940 | +62% in Ontario |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $70,880 | +42% in Ontario |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $165,490 | +37% in Ontario |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,230 | $169,920 | +29% in Ontario |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $105,730 | +25% in Ontario |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Ontario cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $2,618 in Ontario.
What salary do I need in Ontario to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $68,772 a year gives the same standard of living in Ontario.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Ontario?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $95,923 in Ontario, 31% more in Ontario.