salaryGreensboro is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tampa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$2,216
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,886
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$81,400
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$420,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$3,264
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$162
👥 People living there
301,198
401,618
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.8 min
College degree
41%
45.7%
Own their home
50.5%
50.3%
Below poverty line
17%
15.5%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Tampa for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Tampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $59,660 | +28% in Tampa |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $75,710 | +24% in Tampa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $37,070 | +23% in Tampa |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $95,870 | +14% in Tampa |
| HVAC Technician | $58,520 | $50,540 | -14% in Tampa |
| Truck Driver | $58,480 | $50,560 | -14% in Tampa |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,750 | $33,790 | +10% in Tampa |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $52,000 | -10% in Tampa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Tampa cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $2,216 in Tampa.
What salary do I need in Tampa to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $65,185 a year gives the same standard of living in Tampa.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Tampa?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $81,400 in Tampa, 18% more in Tampa.