salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$120
👥 People living there
291,467
278,001
Commute to work
22.3 min
19.4 min
College degree
57.3%
59.9%
Own their home
52.3%
46%
Below poverty line
11.7%
16.4%
Unemployment
3.8%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $56,430 | +47% in Madison |
| Plumber | $60,110 | $85,160 | +42% in Madison |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $80,580 | +34% in Madison |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $78,430 | +32% in Madison |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $67,990 | -27% in Madison |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $63,690 | +24% in Madison |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $63,480 | +23% in Madison |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,750 | $44,190 | +17% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Madison cheaper to live in?
Durham and Madison cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $59,825 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Madison?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $84,177 in Madison, 5% more in Durham.