salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Houston to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,533
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,499
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$69,901
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$277,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
98.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$4,198
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$157
👥 People living there
291,467
2,328,253
Commute to work
22.3 min
27.2 min
College degree
57.3%
36.6%
Own their home
52.3%
42.1%
Below poverty line
11.7%
19.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
6.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Houston for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $59,120 | +54% in Houston |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $22,080 | -37% in Houston |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $67,370 | -28% in Houston |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $64,500 | +25% in Houston |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $74,570 | +24% in Houston |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $157,980 | +19% in Houston |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $40,380 | -14% in Houston |
| Medical Assistant | $46,450 | $42,110 | -9% in Houston |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Houston cheaper to live in?
Durham and Houston cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Houston to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $60,650 a year gives the same standard of living in Houston.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Houston?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $69,901 in Houston, 26% more in Durham.