salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Milwaukee to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,284
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,170
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$58,491
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$184,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$3,668
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$156
👥 People living there
291,467
566,973
Commute to work
22.3 min
22.4 min
College degree
57.3%
27.4%
Own their home
52.3%
41.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
22.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Milwaukee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $60,110 | $84,700 | +41% in Milwaukee |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $82,090 | +37% in Milwaukee |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $77,800 | +31% in Milwaukee |
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $49,760 | +30% in Milwaukee |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $63,910 | +24% in Milwaukee |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $73,880 | -21% in Milwaukee |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $61,480 | +20% in Milwaukee |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,750 | $44,840 | +19% in Milwaukee |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Milwaukee cheaper to live in?
Durham and Milwaukee cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Milwaukee to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $59,610 a year gives the same standard of living in Milwaukee.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Milwaukee?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $58,491 in Milwaukee, 50% more in Durham.