salaryGreensboro is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Providence to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,964
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,603
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$73,466
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
101.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,418
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$126
👥 People living there
301,198
191,767
Commute to work
21.7 min
25 min
College degree
41%
34.6%
Own their home
50.5%
41.4%
Below poverty line
17%
20.7%
Unemployment
5.1%
8.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Providence for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Providence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $86,720 | +45% in Providence |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $66,150 | +42% in Providence |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $79,820 | +39% in Providence |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $73,980 | +27% in Providence |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $76,850 | +26% in Providence |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | $78,990 | +24% in Providence |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $61,910 | +24% in Providence |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | $128,580 | +24% in Providence |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Providence cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,964 in Providence.
What salary do I need in Providence to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $65,755 a year gives the same standard of living in Providence.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Providence?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $73,466 in Providence, 10% more in Providence.