The average cost of shelter in Durham, includes monthly payments for mortgage or rent, as well as utilities, taxes, and other services or fees.
An owners average monthly payment to secure shelter in Durham has increased by 18.1% from $1,137 in 2001 to$1,343 in 2006.
Similarly, the average monthly payment for shelter by Durham tenants increased by 14%, from $767 in 2001 to $874 in 2006.
Source: Durham Region- planning durham FACTS 2006 Income, Earnings and Shelter costs