salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Antonio to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$179
👥 People living there
301,198
1,479,835
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.5 min
College degree
41%
29%
Own their home
50.5%
52.2%
Below poverty line
17%
17.1%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick San Antonio for lower rent, higher incomes, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $63,360 | +36% in San Antonio |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $73,860 | +21% in San Antonio |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $98,480 | +17% in San Antonio |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $140,160 | +16% in San Antonio |
| Medical Assistant | $46,090 | $39,180 | -15% in San Antonio |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $94,370 | +14% in San Antonio |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $65,950 | -11% in San Antonio |
| Pharmacist | $138,180 | $150,500 | +9% in San Antonio |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and San Antonio cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $61,196 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $70,163 in San Antonio, 5% more in San Antonio.
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