Cost of Living in Durham

North East
City
County Durham, England

Population: 50,000

Average House Price

£148.5k

-49% vs UK avg (£290k)

Median Salary

£33,839

-13% vs UK avg (£39,039)

Average Rent

£713/mo

-41% vs UK avg (£1,200)

Quick Facts

Council Tax£2,226Band D / yr
Energy£153/ mo
Water£36.00/ mo
Broadband£37.00/ mo
Bus Pass£64.80/ mo

House Prices in Durham

0.0% year-on-year
Average Property Prices
Based on Land Registry data for 2025-12-01

Average price (all types)

£148,500

Detached£268,200
Semi-detached£154,800
Terraced£103,500
Flat / Apartment£94,500

House prices in Durham have increased by 0.0% over the past year.

Salaries in Durham

Annual Salary
Median and mean gross annual pay
Median£33,839
Mean£37,810
Median hourly rate£16.10/hr
Salary Range
Lower and upper quartile earnings
Lower quartile (25th)£22,990
Upper quartile (75th)£44,460

vs UK National Median (£39,039)

-13.3%
£5,200 below national average

Monthly Cost of Living in Durham

Estimated Monthly Breakdown
What it costs to live in Durham each month, based on averages from ONS and open data sources.
CategoryItemMonthly Cost
HousingRent(Average monthly rent)£713
HousingCouncil Tax(Band D, paid over 12 months)£186
UtilitiesEnergy(Gas and electricity)£153
UtilitiesWater£36.00
UtilitiesBroadband£37.00
TransportTransport(Monthly commute estimate)£167
FoodGroceries(Estimated monthly shop)£245
LeisureLeisure(Gym, dining out, entertainment)£136
Estimated Total£1,674

These figures are estimates based on averages and may vary depending on your lifestyle, property type, and household size. Council tax shown at Band D; your band may differ.

Transport Costs in Durham

Monthly Bus Pass
Standard adult monthly bus pass

£64.80

Fuel per Litre
Average petrol price per litre

£1.29

Monthly Commute
Estimated monthly commuting cost

£167

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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Durham

What is the average house price in Durham?
The average house price in Durham is £148,500, based on HM Land Registry data for 2025-12-01. Detached homes average £268,200, while flats and apartments average £94,500. Prices have risen by 0.0% over the past year.
What is the average salary in Durham?
The median annual salary in Durham is £33,839, compared to the UK national median of £39,039. This is £5,200 below the national average. Salaries typically range from £22,990 (lower quartile) to £44,460 (upper quartile).
How much does it cost to rent in Durham?
Average monthly rent in Durham is £713 per month. Rents have increased by +7.0% over the past year.
Is Durham an affordable place to live?
Durham is reasonably affordable, with rent taking up around 25% of the median monthly income. This is close to, but within, the 30% affordability threshold. The average monthly rent is £713, while the median annual salary is £33,839 (approximately £2,820 per month before tax).
How does Durham compare to London?
The average house price in Durham is £148,500, compared to approximately £551,000 in London. Property in Durham costs around 27% of London prices, making it £402,500 cheaper on average. Rent is also more affordable, at £713 per month versus approximately £2,253 in London.
Are house prices rising or falling in Durham?
House prices in Durham are currently rising, with a 0.0% increase over the past year. The current average price of £148,500 reflects data from 2025-12-01. As with all property markets, past performance does not guarantee future changes.