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
$1,999
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$117
👥 People living there
505,268
291,467
Commute to work
26.5 min
22.3 min
College degree
59.2%
57.3%
Own their home
46.4%
52.3%
Below poverty line
16.9%
11.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $35,230 | +91% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,570 | $51,400 | -33% in Durham |
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $38,350 | -19% in Durham |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $132,670 | +19% in Durham |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,030 | $93,110 | +18% in Durham |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $106,410 | -11% in Durham |
| Truck Driver | $59,100 | $53,280 | -10% in Durham |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,710 | $46,800 | +10% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Durham cheaper to live in?
Atlanta 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 Atlanta?
About $58,509 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Durham?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $88,026 in Durham, 5% more in Atlanta.