salaryDurham is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$159
👥 People living there
291,467
256,492
Commute to work
22.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
57.3%
42.4%
Own their home
52.3%
38.1%
Below poverty line
11.7%
11%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Irving for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $64,900 | +69% in Irving |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $92,910 | +55% in Irving |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $24,160 | -31% in Irving |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $168,510 | +27% in Irving |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $65,070 | +27% in Irving |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $75,240 | -19% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $106,410 | $122,520 | +15% in Irving |
| Truck Driver | $53,280 | $59,530 | +12% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Irving cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,892 in Irving.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $63,393 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Irving?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $88,254 in Irving, 0% more in Irving.