salaryDurham is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fresno to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$202
👥 People living there
291,467
545,970
Commute to work
22.3 min
22.4 min
College degree
57.3%
25.5%
Own their home
52.3%
50.1%
Below poverty line
11.7%
20.1%
Unemployment
3.8%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $79,160 | +106% in Fresno |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $100,770 | +68% in Fresno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $78,800 | +53% in Fresno |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $62,880 | -32% in Fresno |
| Civil Engineer | $93,940 | $119,720 | +27% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,300 | $166,570 | +26% in Fresno |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $63,470 | +23% in Fresno |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $162,680 | +23% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $62,820 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Fresno?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $76,564 in Fresno, 15% more in Durham.