Durham, North Carolina vs. Highlands, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Highlands, New York is 11.8% more expensive than Durham, North Carolina.

You would need a salary of $145,333 in Highlands, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Durham, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Highlands, New York is more expensive than Durham, North Carolina
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
69% more expensive in Highlands
than in Durham, North Carolina
Durham, NC vs. Highlands, NY
Compared to Durham, Highlands is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.0% higher
  Commute
  54.3% higher
  Health
  30.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% higher