salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Winston-Salem to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,457
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,107
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$63,921
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$233,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$2,025
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$136
👥 People living there
301,198
252,037
Commute to work
21.7 min
21.5 min
College degree
41%
39.5%
Own their home
50.5%
55.6%
Below poverty line
17%
17.7%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Winston-Salem for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Winston-Salem | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $35,730 | -23% in Winston-Salem |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $49,240 | -14% in Winston-Salem |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,250 | $95,930 | +14% in Winston-Salem |
| Truck Driver | $58,480 | $51,320 | -12% in Winston-Salem |
| Civil Engineer | $93,460 | $84,170 | -10% in Winston-Salem |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $130,730 | +8% in Winston-Salem |
| Customer Service Representative | $41,240 | $38,410 | -7% in Winston-Salem |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $57,440 | -6% in Winston-Salem |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Winston-Salem cheaper to live in?
Greensboro and Winston-Salem cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Winston-Salem to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $59,469 a year gives the same standard of living in Winston-Salem.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Winston-Salem?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $63,921 in Winston-Salem, 4% more in Greensboro.
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