salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Durham to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$117
👥 People living there
562,218
291,467
Commute to work
22.4 min
22.3 min
College degree
39.2%
57.3%
Own their home
61.8%
52.3%
Below poverty line
15.5%
11.7%
Unemployment
5.4%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $93,110 | +50% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $51,400 | -32% in Durham |
| Operations Manager | $94,640 | $113,930 | +20% in Durham |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $46,450 | +18% in Durham |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $60,100 | -18% in Durham |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $66,950 | +17% in Durham |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $132,790 | +16% in Durham |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $51,540 | -14% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Durham cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque and Durham cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Durham to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $61,272 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Durham?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $88,026 in Durham, 16% more in Durham.