Head to head
Greensboro, NC vs Plano, TX
Greensboro is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $746/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $11,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Greensboro64 | Plano79 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,413 | $4,159 |
| Salary for comfort | $62,000/yr | $73,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,250 | $1,850 |
| Median home value | $221,300 | $440,600 |
| Median household income | $58,884 | $108,649 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% | 3.6% |
| Housing score | 61 | 74 |
| Jobs score | 31 | 76 |
| Safety score | 54 | 96 |
| Climate score | 100 | 92 |
| Amenities score | 26 | 28 |
| Population | 298.6K | 287.3K |
| Summer high / winter low | 88° / 30° | 96° / 35° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Greensboro, NC
Plano, TX