Set in North Carolina’s Piedmont region, Durham is best known as part of the North Carolina Research Triangle. A national leader in medical research and health care, especially at Research Triangle Park, Durham also houses academic powerhouse Duke University, landing it a spot on Livability's Top 10 College Towns. Durhham is also home to art museums, a strong music culture, historic districts, and abundant parks and waterways. The redevelopment of mills, warehouses and factories is part of an urban redevelopment facilitating an influx of both businesses and residents.
Why Durham, NC is a Top 100 Best Place to Live.
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Durham's thriving health-care and research industries, growing culinary scene, and must-see attractions bring in new residents and keep area grads.
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Durham, NC City Profile
Quick Facts
| Population | 246,084 |
| Median Age | 33 |
| Median Household Income | $50,420 |
| Median Home Price | $182,000 |
| Walkscore | 28 |
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Durham, NC Demographics
Population By Gender
| Male | 47.2% | |
| Female | 52.8% |
Median Population
| Median Age | 33% |
| Age 18 Over | 77.5% |
| Age 21 Over | 72.4% |
| Age 62 Over | 12.8% |
| Age 65 Over | 9.9% |
Race
| Ethnicity White | 47.9% | |
| Ethnicity Black | 40.2% | |
| Ethnicity Asian | 5% | |
| Ethnicity Hispanic | 13.9% | |
| Ethnicity Indian | 0.5% | |
| Ethnicity Other | 3.4% |
Language
| English Only | 79.7% | |
| English Other | 20.3% |
Commute Types
| Walked | 2.8% | |
| Worked at Home | 4.7% | |
| Public Transportation | 4.4% | |
| Other Means | 2.3% | |
| Drove Alone | 73.9% | |
| Carpooled | 11.9% |