Durham

Durham, North Carolina Overview

Durham scores 52.0/100 overall (C+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in North Carolina — below the state composite of 53.7. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 72/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 14/100.

Income & Employment in Durham

The median household income in Durham is $80,064, 20% above the statewide median of $66,880. The local unemployment rate of 3.2% is lower than the state’s 3.5%. Population grew 1.9% recently.

Safety in Durham

With a violent crime rate of 638.6 per 100,000, Durham exceeds the North Carolina average of 380. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3789.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Durham

Durham has a cost of living index of 96.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $355,300. Median monthly rent is $1,412. Renters spend 21.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Durham

The adult obesity rate in Durham is 36.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.2%. Residents report an average of 16.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. North Carolina ranks #32 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Durham

Durham has a high school graduation rate of 80.2%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.6:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,030. The city has 66 public schools serving 44,020 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Durham

Durham enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 56°F. Summers average 74.7°F. Winters average 39.1°F. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. 17.9% of workers in Durham work from home, well above the national average.

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