salaryGreensboro is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$176
👥 People living there
301,198
290,594
Commute to work
21.7 min
25.4 min
College degree
41%
60.5%
Own their home
50.5%
56.9%
Below poverty line
17%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $92,910 | +53% in Plano |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $64,900 | +39% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $168,510 | +33% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $101,420 | +22% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $101,870 | +21% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $24,160 | -20% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | $122,520 | +18% in Plano |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $134,900 | +12% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Plano cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $66,606 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Plano?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $121,065 in Plano, 45% more in Plano.