salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Jacksonville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,719
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,567
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$75,357
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$293,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
99.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$2,176
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$189
👥 People living there
291,467
977,670
Commute to work
22.3 min
24.1 min
College degree
57.3%
33.2%
Own their home
52.3%
57.6%
Below poverty line
11.7%
14.5%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Jacksonville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $58,940 | +54% in Jacksonville |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $78,810 | +31% in Jacksonville |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $61,080 | +19% in Jacksonville |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $76,740 | -18% in Jacksonville |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $100,870 | -11% in Jacksonville |
| Civil Engineer | $93,940 | $102,280 | +9% in Jacksonville |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,750 | $41,040 | +9% in Jacksonville |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $42,840 | -8% in Jacksonville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Jacksonville cheaper to live in?
Durham and Jacksonville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Jacksonville to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $61,176 a year gives the same standard of living in Jacksonville.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Jacksonville?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $75,357 in Jacksonville, 17% more in Durham.