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
$1,611
$1,797
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$1,604
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$88,026
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$392,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
97.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$3,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$117
👥 People living there
914,802
291,467
Commute to work
21.5 min
22.3 min
College degree
38.2%
57.3%
Own their home
44.1%
52.3%
Below poverty line
18.1%
11.7%
Unemployment
5.1%
3.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $100,890 | $60,100 | -40% in Durham |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $38,350 | -38% in Durham |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,150 | $51,400 | -34% in Durham |
| Carpenter | $66,480 | $51,540 | -22% in Durham |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,010 | $93,110 | +21% in Durham |
| Truck Driver | $61,720 | $53,280 | -14% in Durham |
| Operations Manager | $102,590 | $113,930 | +11% in Durham |
| Software Developer | $122,340 | $135,620 | +11% in Durham |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Durham cheaper to live in?
Columbus 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 Columbus?
About $61,322 a year gives the same standard of living in Durham.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Durham?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $88,026 in Durham, 19% more in Durham.