Johnston, Iowa vs. Durham, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durham, North Carolina is 1.2% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,685 in Durham, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durham, North Carolina is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% more expensive in Durham
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Durham, NC
Compared to Johnston, Durham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.0% higher
  Commute
  11.1% higher
  Health
  4.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.4% higher