salaryDurham is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$142
👥 People living there
291,467
185,913
Commute to work
22.3 min
23.2 min
College degree
57.3%
24.1%
Own their home
52.3%
41.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
17.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $59,280 | +55% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $77,750 | +29% in Paradise |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $65,040 | +27% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $27,110 | -23% in Paradise |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $62,380 | +21% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $74,670 | -20% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $59,220 | $70,890 | +20% in Paradise |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $39,560 | -15% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $61,625 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Paradise?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $63,836 in Paradise, 38% more in Durham.