Durham, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
288,465 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,234 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$355,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$612 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,269 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Durham County
1
Durham-Chapel Hill Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Durham County
1
Durham-Chapel Hill Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 2 1 42
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 2 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 2 0 50
Dec 2 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.

Liberal (72%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 17%
Hillary Clinton 79%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NC State Senate District 20, NC State House District 31, NC
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Schools

JD Clement Early College HS
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
CC Spaulding Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Burton Elementary
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
James E Shepard Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

North Carolina Central University
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Durham Technical Community College
1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Duke University
3 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Duke University Hospital
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Duke Regional Hospital
4 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
59 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
88 miles, SE • 1 star
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