Durham is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Orlando to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,955
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,897
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$78,014
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$394,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
101.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$3,213
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$164
👥 People living there
291,467
319,758
Commute to work
22.3 min
26.2 min
College degree
57.3%
42.5%
Own their home
52.3%
39.5%
Below poverty line
11.7%
14.7%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Orlando | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $72,860 | -22% in Orlando |
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $45,520 | +19% in Orlando |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $60,190 | +17% in Orlando |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $50,820 | -14% in Orlando |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $40,530 | -13% in Orlando |
| HVAC Technician | $59,180 | $51,460 | -13% in Orlando |
| Operations Manager | $113,930 | $100,440 | -12% in Orlando |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,950 | $61,030 | -9% in Orlando |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Orlando cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,955 in Orlando.
What salary do I need in Orlando to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $62,365 a year gives the same standard of living in Orlando.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Orlando?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $78,014 in Orlando, 13% more in Durham.