salaryGreensboro is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Riverside to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$163
👥 People living there
301,198
319,069
Commute to work
21.7 min
31.3 min
College degree
41%
25.7%
Own their home
50.5%
56.8%
Below poverty line
17%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $79,160 | +70% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $101,870 | +67% in Riverside |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $98,520 | +65% in Riverside |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $133,940 | +62% in Riverside |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $70,880 | +42% in Riverside |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $165,490 | +37% in Riverside |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,230 | $169,920 | +29% in Riverside |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $105,730 | +25% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $68,772 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Riverside?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $98,192 in Riverside, 32% more in Riverside.