salaryDurham is 6% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,797
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,604
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$88,026
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$392,800
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.6
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,263
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$146
👥 People living there
291,467
188,065
Commute to work
22.3 min
20.9 min
College degree
57.3%
50%
Own their home
52.3%
42.3%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.8%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Durham for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Tempe for shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Durham | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,350 | $61,780 | +61% in Tempe |
| Police Officer | $60,100 | $85,050 | +42% in Tempe |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,230 | $47,530 | +35% in Tempe |
| Market Research Analyst | $93,110 | $74,590 | -20% in Tempe |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,750 | $44,950 | +19% in Tempe |
| Carpenter | $51,540 | $60,320 | +17% in Tempe |
| Cashier | $29,920 | $34,920 | +17% in Tempe |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $66,950 | $78,080 | +17% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Durham or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Durham is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,797 a month there versus $1,953 in Tempe.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Durham?
About $63,532 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Durham or Tempe?
The typical household earns $88,026 in Durham and $85,917 in Tempe, 2% more in Durham.