Durham

35.9940° N, 78.8986° W

Fun Facts about Durham

Known as the “Bull City”

Durham earned the moniker “Bull City” during the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to its thriving tobacco industry, notably the Bull Durham Tobacco Company. 

City of Medicine

Durham is also often referred to as the “City of Medicine” due to its prominent role in the healthcare industry. 

Durham is home to the 7th ranked national university

Duke University, located in Durham, is ranked as the 7th best national university in the United States. 

Birthplace to American Tobacco Company

Durham is renowned as the birthplace of the American Tobacco Company, once a major player in the tobacco industry.

 

Fun Things to do in Durham

Museum of Life and Sciences

Durham Performing Arts Center

The Streets at Southpoint

Durham Bulls Athletic Park

Duke Lemur Center

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Overview for Durham, NC

279,106 people live in Durham, where the median age is 34.6 and the average individual income is $39,496. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

279,106

Total Population

34.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$39,496

Average individual Income

Around Durham, NC

There's plenty to do around Durham, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
37
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
43
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Corner Mobile Coffee, Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant, and Queen Eggxpress.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.42 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.13 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.46 miles 21 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.69 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.45 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Durham, NC

Durham has 117,638 households, with an average household size of 2.27. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Durham do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 279,106 people call Durham home. The population density is 2,458.29 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

279,106

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.6

Median Age

47.13 / 52.87%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

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  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
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117,638

Total Households

2.27

Average Household Size

$39,496

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Durham, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Durham. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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