Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Greenville is 12% more affordable than Asheville. A $75,000 salary in Asheville is equivalent to $65,972 in Greenville.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Asheville has a housing index of 120 while Greenville sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Asheville costs $360,000 compared to $250,000 in Greenville, a difference of $110,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Asheville versus $1,200 in Greenville.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Asheville scores 103 while Greenville scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Asheville (106) are higher than Greenville (103). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Asheville is $48,534 compared to $48,912 in Greenville. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Greenville.
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