salaryDurham is 10% cheaperBased 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
$2,666
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$117
👥 People living there
236,254
291,467
Commute to work
26.2 min
22.3 min
College degree
77.1%
57.3%
Own their home
41.3%
52.3%
Below poverty line
7.4%
11.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $38,350 | -43% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $51,400 | -35% in Durham |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $132,790 | -32% in Durham |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $60,100 | -28% in Durham |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $113,930 | -27% in Durham |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $35,230 | -23% in Durham |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $59,220 | -22% in Durham |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $59,180 | -18% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Durham cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Durham to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,767 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Durham?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $88,026 in Durham, 74% more in Arlington.