Durham, North Carolina

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

NCMajor City

Durham Demographics Overview

Total Population
284,094
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$74,710
Annual household income
โ–ฒ 0% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$316,600
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ฒ 12% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$1,296
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ฒ 11% vs US avg
Median Age
34.7 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 11% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$74,710
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median+0.2%

Housing

Median Home Value
$316,600
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,296/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg+11.4%

Population

Total Population284,094
Median Age
34.7 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Durham comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Durham, NC โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durham demographics

What is the population of Durham, North Carolina?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Durham, North Carolina is 284,094.

What is the median household income in Durham?

The median household income in Durham, North Carolina is $74,710 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Durham?

Key cost indicators for Durham, North Carolina:. Median home value: $316,600. Median gross rent: $1,296/month. Median household income: $74,710/year

What is the median home value in Durham?

The median home value in Durham, North Carolina is $316,600, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Durham?

The median age in Durham, North Carolina is 34.7 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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