salaryGreensboro is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$96
👥 People living there
301,198
681,294
Commute to work
21.7 min
30 min
College degree
41%
64.2%
Own their home
50.5%
41.5%
Below poverty line
17%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $100,930 | $156,460 | +55% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $126,960 | $195,190 | +54% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,060 | $46,040 | +53% in Washington |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $66,980 | +44% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $119,170 | +41% in Washington |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $84,000 | +38% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $79,470 | +33% in Washington |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $75,930 | +30% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Washington cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $70,350 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Washington?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $118,495 in Washington, 44% more in Washington.