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Durham
  • City in North Carolina
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Durham
#15 in Best Places to Live in Raleigh Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • City in North Carolina
  • 669 reviews
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    Durham Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    279,106
    Unemployment Rate
    3.2%
    Poverty Rate
    14.1%
    Non-Citizens
    9.7%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 77 responses
    • Diverse
      42%
    • Bullcity
      29%
    • Durhamites
      12%
    • Mind they're own business
      5%
    • Family oriented
      4%
    • They judge
      4%
    • Progressive
      3%

    Durham Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      25%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      28%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      22%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      16%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      9%
      11%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      41%
    • African American
      37%
    • Hispanic
      13%
    • Asian
      5%
    • Two or more races
      4%
    • Other race
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      53%
    • Male
      47%
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      11%
    • 25-34 years
      19%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      12%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $66,623
    National
    $69,021
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      16%
    • $25-$44k
      19%
    • $45-$74k
      20%
    • $75-$149k
      29%
    • $150k+
      16%
    Median Individual Income
    $35,164
    National
    $34,429
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      22%
    • $15-$34k
      28%
    • $35-$64k
      26%
    • $65k+
      24%

    Community

    Poll
    64%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 88 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of people say LGBT residents are very accepted. 80 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 47 responses
    • Employment Opportunities
      21%
    • The safety
      21%
    • Crime rate
      15%
    • Get involved in the community
      13%
    • Support local businesses
      11%
    • The treatment of peopl
      9%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      4%
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