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
$1,881
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$117
👥 People living there
903,844
291,467
Commute to work
24.7 min
22.3 min
College degree
48%
57.3%
Own their home
51%
52.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
11.7%
Unemployment
4.6%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for higher incomes, cheaper homes.
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $132,790 | -16% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $51,400 | -12% in Durham |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $93,110 | +12% in Durham |
| Accountant | $92,910 | $85,090 | -8% in Durham |
| Civil Engineer | $102,370 | $93,940 | -8% in Durham |
| Pharmacist | $150,580 | $141,360 | -6% in Durham |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,580 | $31,790 | -5% in Durham |
| Truck Driver | $56,120 | $53,280 | -5% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Durham cheaper to live in?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
About $60,138 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Durham?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $88,026 in Durham, 1% more in Charlotte.