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
$1,379
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$117
👥 People living there
311,224
291,467
Commute to work
22.4 min
22.3 min
College degree
41.8%
57.3%
Own their home
39.8%
52.3%
Below poverty line
25.5%
11.7%
Unemployment
6.8%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati 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 | Cincinnati | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $38,350 | -35% in Durham |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $60,100 | -25% in Durham |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,750 | $93,110 | +23% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,740 | $51,400 | -21% in Durham |
| Carpenter | $60,110 | $51,540 | -14% in Durham |
| Operations Manager | $100,670 | $113,930 | +13% in Durham |
| Truck Driver | $60,590 | $53,280 | -12% in Durham |
| Software Developer | $121,420 | $135,620 | +12% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Durham cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
About $61,385 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Durham?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $88,026 in Durham, 35% more in Durham.