salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Louis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,297
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,264
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$60,569
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$197,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
95.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$2,033
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$117
👥 People living there
301,198
288,512
Commute to work
21.7 min
22.1 min
College degree
41%
41.1%
Own their home
50.5%
45.3%
Below poverty line
17%
20.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick St. Louis for lower rent, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | St. Louis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $68,970 | +48% in St. Louis |
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $70,990 | +42% in St. Louis |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $77,000 | +34% in St. Louis |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $77,170 | +32% in St. Louis |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $73,240 | +20% in St. Louis |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $97,650 | +16% in St. Louis |
| Cashier | $28,630 | $32,380 | +13% in St. Louis |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $136,120 | +13% in St. Louis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or St. Louis cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and St. Louis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Louis to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $61,436 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Louis.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or St. Louis?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $60,569 in St. Louis, 10% more in Greensboro.