salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Frisco to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$2,246
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$2,299
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$162,004
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$642,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$9,572
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$196
👥 People living there
291,467
219,304
Commute to work
22.3 min
28.6 min
College degree
57.3%
67.5%
Own their home
52.3%
65.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
3.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Frisco for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Frisco cheaper to live in?
Durham and Frisco cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Frisco to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $59,683 a year gives the same standard of living in Frisco.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Frisco?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $162,004 in Frisco, 46% more in Frisco.