salaryGreensboro is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$143
👥 People living there
301,198
547,073
Commute to work
21.7 min
21.9 min
College degree
41%
31.1%
Own their home
50.5%
51.8%
Below poverty line
17%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Tucson for lower rent.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $76,970 | +27% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $36,490 | +21% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $47,220 | -21% in Tucson |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,060 | $59,540 | -20% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,610 | $75,940 | +19% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $83,610 | -17% in Tucson |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,190 | $42,940 | +15% in Tucson |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $107,510 | -15% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $62,604 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Tucson?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $61,553 in Tucson, 8% more in Greensboro.