Greensboro, North Carolina

📍 👥 Pop. 297,202 🏠 ZIP 27395
77
/100
ReloCompare™
Median Income
$55,051
per household/year
Home Value
$197,200
median
Rent
$1,048
per month
Unemployment
3.9%
vs 3.7% national
Air Quality
22
Good
Internet
N/A
Mbps max • No fiber

📋 Living in Greensboro, NC — Overview

Top Rated Very Affordable Mild Summers Clean Air

Greensboro, North Carolina earns a strong ReloCompare™ score of 77.5/100, placing it among the top-rated cities in our analysis. With 297,202 residents, it's a mid-size city that balances urban amenities with a more manageable pace of life. The home price-to-income ratio of 3.6x is moderate, putting homeownership within reach for many working families. The area has seen 13 federally declared disasters over 20 years, representing moderate natural risk.

💰 Exceptional value — top-tier affordability score

Score Breakdown

💰 Affordability
90
Home Value: $197,200
Rent: $1,048/mo
Electricity: ¢/kWh
💼 Job Market
70
Unemployment: 3.9%
Median Income: $55,051
Job Growth: % YoY
🌡️ Climate
50
Summer High: °F
Winter Low: °F
Sunny Days: /year
🌿 Environment
100
Air Quality: AQI 22 (Good)
Toxic Sites: 0 in area
Water: No violations ✓
🌐 Infrastructure
50
Internet: N/A Mbps
Fiber: Not available
Solar: kWh/m²/day
⚠️ Natural Risks
95
Disasters (20yr): 13
Flood Zone: None
Earthquake: Low
🌿 Environment Analysis: Air quality in Greensboro is excellent with a current AQI of 22 — well within EPA's "Good" range, ideal for outdoor exercise and those with respiratory sensitivities.
⚠️ Safety Analysis: With 13 federal disaster declarations in 20 years, natural disaster risk in Greensboro is elevated. Budget for comprehensive insurance and consider flood zone status. Hurricane risk is rated High.
💰 Affordability Analysis: Housing in Greensboro is moderately priced with a price-to-income ratio of 3.6x. Renters allocate roughly 23% of median income to housing — manageable, but worth budgeting carefully for newcomers.
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🎯 What Makes Greensboro Stand Out

Greensboro's strongest attributes are environment and safety, where it outperforms many comparable cities. Overall, Greensboro may be the best fit for budget-conscious families, safety-conscious retirees.


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