Fayetteville, NC vs Greenville, NC

Fayetteville, NC and Greenville, NC have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Fayetteville scores 82 while Greenville scores 79 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fayetteville is $1,179/month compared to $983/month in Greenville — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greenville has cheaper rent, Fayetteville actually has lower median home values ($171,900 vs $213,100).

Median household income in Fayetteville is $56,395 compared to $50,564 in Greenville (+11.5%). While Fayetteville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fayetteville spend roughly 25.1% of their income on rent, more than the 23.3% in Greenville.