Considerations when moving from Durham to Chapel Hill

Cost of living: Durham vs. Chapel Hill

Durham Chapel Hill
Average rent cost $1,699 $1,950
Average home value $391,719 $592,460
Average income (per capita) $396,291 $65,621
Cost of living (single person) $2,803 $2,248
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,945 $4,790
Unemployment rate 4.1% 3.2%
  • Rent prices in Chapel Hill are 15% higher than in Durham.
  • Home prices in Chapel Hill are 51.2% higher than in Durham.
  • Income in Chapel Hill is 83.4% lower than in Durham.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Chapel Hill is 19.8% lower than in Durham.
  • The cost of living for a family in Chapel Hill is 19.4% lower than in Durham.
  • The unemployment rate in Chapel Hill is 21.95% lower than in Durham.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,405.99 in Chapel Hill to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Durham.

How life is different in Durham vs. Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill Durham
Population 63,764 283,506
Political leaning Democratic 75-24 Republican 51-48
Summer high 89ºF 89ºF
Winter low 29ºF 30ºF
Annual rain 46" 46"
Annual snow 4" 4"
Crime index 26.42 54.72
  • The population of Chapel Hill is approximately 78% lower than the population of Durham.
  • In the last presidential election, Chapel Hill voted Democratic and Durham voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Chapel Hill is 89ºF and in Durham, it’s 89ºF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Chapel Hill reaches the temperature of 29ºF and Durham gets down to 30ºF.
  • You can expect about 46 inches of annual rainfall in Chapel Hill vs 46 inches of rainfall in Durham.
  • In Chapel Hill, it snows about 4 inches annually vs 4 inches of snow in Durham.
  • Chapel Hill has a lower crime rate than Durham with a crime index of 54.72 vs 26.42.

Things to do in Chapel Hill

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Chapel Hill has plenty to offer:

Museums in Chapel Hilltoggle

  • The Carolina Basketball Museum
  • Ackland Art Museum
  • Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
  • Kidzu Children's Museum
  • FRANK Gallery
  • Janet Resnik Pottery

Parks in Chapel Hilltoggle

  • North Carolina Botanical Garden
  • Coker Arboretum
  • Brumley Forest Nature Preserve
  • Battle Park
  • Morgan Creek Trail
  • Southern Community Park
  • The Preserve at Jordan Lake

Sports Teams in Chapel Hilltoggle

Universities in Chapel Hilltoggle

  • Duke University North Carolina Central
  • University University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Franklin University
  • Durham Technical Community
  • College Strayer
  • University-North Carolina

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Durham to Chapel Hill?toggle

To ship furniture from Durham to Chapel Hill with a mover will cost between $323 and $1,132. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $733–$2,351, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Durham to Chapel Hill will cost from $1,227–$3,612.

How much are moving container companies from Durham to Chapel Hill?toggle

Moving containers from Durham to Chapel Hill will cost you $112 to $838 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $376 to $1,144. A larger home will cost $816 to $1,487.

How much is a moving truck from Durham to Chapel Hill?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $38 to $92. A larger move will cost $48 to $115, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Durham to Chapel Hill costs from $64 to $158.

How far in advance should I book Durham-to-Chapel Hill movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Durham to Chapel Hill at least two months in advance. If you’re moving during the busy summer months, it’s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Durham-to-Chapel Hill movers, the better the chance you’ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Chapel Hill?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Chapel Hill is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industry’s peak season (May–September), which means demand — and therefore pricing — will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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