Compare: Durham, NC and New brunswick, NJ

Durham NC

98.5

Cost of Living

below US average

291,928

Population

39.28

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$74,710

Median Income

below US average

$427,500

Median House Price

above US average

$1500

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

New brunswick NJ

110.3

Cost of Living

above US average

55,998

Population

30.2

Crime Rate per 1000

above US average

$57,138

Median Income

below US average

$474,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2200

Average Rent

above US average

19%

Poverty Rate

above US average

5.3%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Durham

Close to research institutions
Access to outdoor activities
Affordable housing options
Top-notch schools available
Family-friendly parks
Diverse community
Strong job market growth
Active nightlife for adults
Good food and dining options
Rich cultural scene

Cons of Durham

Increasing cost of living
Some neighborhoods unsafe
Fewer activities for teens
Political divides noticeable
Inconsistency in school quality
Limited public transport
High crime in certain areas
Racism reported by residents
Hot summers can be uncomfortable
Traffic congestion issues

Pros of New brunswick

Cultural events year-round
Family-friendly parks
Diverse community
Close to NYC and Philly
Strong local arts scene
Active nightlife scene
Various dining options
Access to healthcare facilities
Good public transportation
Vibrant college town

Cons of New brunswick

Cost of living can vary
Limited job market growth
Racial tensions reported
Weather can be unpredictable
Some areas less friendly
Higher crime rates
Social issues with inequality
Traffic congestion during rush
Schools vary in quality
Occasional noise from nightlife