salaryGreensboro is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Worcester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,496
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,210
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$66,344
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$244,800
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,286
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$149
👥 People living there
301,198
207,055
Commute to work
21.7 min
24.1 min
College degree
41%
35.2%
Own their home
50.5%
42.8%
Below poverty line
17%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Greensboro for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Greensboro | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $49,910 | $73,010 | +46% in Worcester |
| Plumber | $57,510 | $82,260 | +43% in Worcester |
| Firefighter | $46,600 | $66,310 | +42% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,730 | $82,810 | +39% in Worcester |
| Police Officer | $60,830 | $80,210 | +32% in Worcester |
| Electrician | $58,380 | $75,510 | +29% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,550 | $44,250 | +28% in Worcester |
| Physician Assistant | $120,540 | $152,860 | +27% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Greensboro or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Greensboro is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,496 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Greensboro?
About $66,240 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Greensboro or Worcester?
The typical household earns $66,344 in Greensboro and $75,605 in Worcester, 12% more in Worcester.