salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tallahassee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,480
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,394
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$61,916
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$294,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$2,540
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$208
👥 People living there
301,198
201,875
Commute to work
21.7 min
19.1 min
College degree
41%
51.3%
Own their home
50.5%
40.6%
Below poverty line
17%
23.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tallahassee for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Tallahassee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $104,050 | $72,510 | -30% in Tallahassee |
| Accountant | $80,170 | $61,840 | -23% in Tallahassee |
| Truck Driver | $58,480 | $46,470 | -21% in Tallahassee |
| Medical Assistant | $46,090 | $36,880 | -20% in Tallahassee |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $103,320 | -19% in Tallahassee |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $34,850 | +16% in Tallahassee |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $48,540 | -16% in Tallahassee |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $65,000 | -12% in Tallahassee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Tallahassee cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and Tallahassee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tallahassee to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $60,681 a year gives the same standard of living in Tallahassee.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Tallahassee?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $61,916 in Tallahassee, 7% more in Greensboro.
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