Durham, NC vs Raleigh, NC

Durham, NC vs Raleigh, NC: What the data shows

Durham, NC is in Durham, NC while Raleigh, NC is in Raleigh, NC — both in the same state. On home prices, Durham, NC is the more affordable option at $363,000 median — $116,300 less than Raleigh, NC's $479,300. WYLT rates Durham, NC as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Raleigh, NC as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.

Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Durham, NC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Raleigh, NC has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Durham, NC has Low flood risk and Raleigh, NC has Low flood risk.

Raleigh, NC is the more walkable neighborhood. Durham, NC scores 27/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Raleigh, NC's 47/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Raleigh, NC has the higher school rating — Durham, NC rates 6.2/10 and Raleigh, NC rates 7.2/10.