Durham, NC vs Greensboro, NC

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Greensboro is 25.6% cheaper than Durham. With a cost index of 84 vs 106, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Greensboro to Durham should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Durham is $1,412/month compared to $1,114/month in Greensboro — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greensboro is more affordable at $221,300 median vs $355,300.

Median household income in Durham is $79,234 compared to $58,884 in Greensboro (+34.6%). While Durham is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Durham spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, less than the 22.7% in Greensboro.