Moving from Durham, NC to High Point, NC
Moving from Durham, NC to High Point, NC covers 68 mi and about 1h 28m by car through 1 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully β the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
68 mi Β· 1h 28m by car Β· NC
Distance & route
| Route through | NC |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | US 70, I 85, I 40 |
| Major cities en route | Raleigh, Cary, Greensboro, Winston Salem |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Durham | High Point | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 97.572 | 92.865 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 89.317 | 89.065 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.621 | 96.621 | 100.0 |
| Services | 98.934 | 74.519 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in High Point and Durham is within Β±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) β plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in High Point is 4.8% below Durham β $396,395 vs $249,821 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).
YoY change: Durham -2.5%, High Point +0.3%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Durham | High Point |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 58Β°F | 61Β°F |
| January avg low | 28Β°F | 32Β°F |
| July avg high | 87Β°F | 89Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 1.9" |
| Annual precipitation | 48.6" | 48.3" |
Annual average temperatures in Durham (58.4Β°F) and High Point (61.1Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
High Point averages 1.9 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991β2020 normals β a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: DURHAM, NC US, HIGH PT, NC US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Durham | High Point |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 288,465 | 115,263 |
| Median household income | $79,234 | $61,228 |
| Median age | 34.8 | 37.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28.8% | 21.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.34 | 2.56 |
Median household income in High Point is 4.8% below Durham ($79,234 vs $61,228, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in High Point MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 44,320 | $36,510 |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 43,250 | $40,420 |
| Production Occupations | 34,760 | $38,570 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 34,460 | $35,150 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 31,710 | $27,270 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Winter driving along this route
- I-40 through Pigeon Gap and I-26 over Saluda Grade can see chain requirements in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Atlantic hurricane season runs August through October, particularly on the Outer Banks.
- Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
- Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to move from Durham to High Point?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 68 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is High Point, NC from Durham, NC?
The driving distance is 68 mi and the route typically takes 1h 28m via US 70 and I 85. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in High Point compared to Durham?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $249,821 in High Point vs $396,395 in Durham β a 37.0% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is High Point more expensive than Durham?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in High Point is 4.8% lower than Durham (92.865 vs 97.572, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does the job market in High Point compare to Durham?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $42,730 in the High Point MSA vs $58,480 in the Durham MSA, on total employment of 356,380 and 336,100 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Durham vs High Point?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $61,228 in High Point vs $79,234 in Durham β a 22.7% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Durham, NC Β· High Point, NC.