salaryGreensboro is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$142
👥 People living there
301,198
185,913
Commute to work
21.7 min
23.2 min
College degree
41%
24.1%
Own their home
50.5%
41.9%
Below poverty line
17%
17.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $109,210 | +30% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $77,750 | +28% in Paradise |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $59,280 | +27% in Paradise |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $103,940 | +25% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $62,380 | +25% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $70,890 | +21% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | $75,920 | +19% in Paradise |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $150,510 | +19% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $64,749 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Paradise?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $63,836 in Paradise, 4% more in Greensboro.