salaryDurham is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$176
👥 People living there
291,467
290,594
Commute to work
22.3 min
25.4 min
College degree
57.3%
60.5%
Own their home
52.3%
56.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
6.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $64,900 | +69% in Plano |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $92,910 | +55% in Plano |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $24,160 | -31% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $132,790 | $168,510 | +27% in Plano |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $65,070 | +27% in Plano |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $75,240 | -19% in Plano |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $106,410 | $122,520 | +15% in Plano |
| Truck Driver | $53,280 | $59,530 | +12% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Plano cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $63,393 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Plano?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $121,065 in Plano, 27% more in Plano.