salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Raleigh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,822
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,658
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$92,099
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$415,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
98.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$3,048
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$133
👥 People living there
291,467
481,031
Commute to work
22.3 min
23 min
College degree
57.3%
54%
Own their home
52.3%
50.7%
Below poverty line
11.7%
11.9%
Unemployment
3.8%
4.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Raleigh for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $45,640 | +19% in Raleigh |
| Elementary School Teacher | $51,400 | $60,170 | +17% in Raleigh |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $78,980 | -15% in Raleigh |
| Customer Service Representative | $46,800 | $41,900 | -10% in Raleigh |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $65,860 | +10% in Raleigh |
| Civil Engineer | $93,940 | $101,440 | +8% in Raleigh |
| Physician Assistant | $132,670 | $124,300 | -6% in Raleigh |
| Pharmacist | $141,360 | $133,120 | -6% in Raleigh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Raleigh cheaper to live in?
Durham and Raleigh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Raleigh to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $60,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Raleigh.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Raleigh?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $92,099 in Raleigh, 4% more in Raleigh.