salaryCleveland is 4% 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
$1,277
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$117
👥 People living there
366,097
291,467
Commute to work
22.5 min
22.3 min
College degree
22.4%
57.3%
Own their home
41.7%
52.3%
Below poverty line
30.6%
11.7%
Unemployment
10.8%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland 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 | Cleveland | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $38,350 | -39% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $51,400 | -33% in Durham |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $93,110 | +30% in Durham |
| Police Officer | $80,280 | $60,100 | -25% in Durham |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $135,620 | +22% in Durham |
| Operations Manager | $97,750 | $113,930 | +17% in Durham |
| Electrician | $70,860 | $59,220 | -16% in Durham |
| Carpenter | $60,650 | $51,540 | -15% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Durham cheaper to live in?
Cleveland is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,797 in Durham.
What salary do I need in Durham to match $60,000 in Cleveland?
About $62,331 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Durham?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $88,026 in Durham, 50% more in Durham.