South Boston, Virginia vs. Durham, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Durham, North Carolina is 36.0% more expensive than South Boston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $67,992 in Durham, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in South Boston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Durham, North Carolina is more expensive than South Boston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
173% more expensive in Durham
than in South Boston, Virginia
South Boston, VA vs. Durham, NC
Compared to South Boston, Durham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.0% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  169.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% lower
  Commute
  39.5% higher
  Health
  3.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher