Median Income
$63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value
$48,300
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.6%
71% lower than US avg
How Durham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population55
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans51.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$32,685
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$521M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$48,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,373 ft (418 m)
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute16 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries6
Is Durham a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Durham receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Durham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Durham is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Durham is $48,300, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Durham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Durham has a population of 55 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Durham is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,750 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,685 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $789 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,831 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 351 |
| County GDP | $521M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,530 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
The median home value in Durham is $48,300, 83% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $48,300 |
| 83% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,530 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.31% |
In Durham, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Durham vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 78.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,304/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Durham has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.9 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,373 ft (418 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4845°N, 97.2269°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20115 |