salaryDurham is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$108
👥 People living there
291,467
195,240
Commute to work
22.3 min
28.4 min
College degree
57.3%
49%
Own their home
52.3%
55.4%
Below poverty line
11.7%
7.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $68,085 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 33% more in Huntington Beach.
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