Durham County, NC

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Durham County Overview

325,101
TOTAL POPULATION
156,231
MALE POPULATION
168,870
FEMALE POPULATION
92.52
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.09
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$43,945
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,715
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$74,927
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
10.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
90.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,661
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
179,781
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Durham County Area Codes

Race in Durham County

The most populous races in Durham County are White / Caucasian (154,835 | 47.6%), Black / African American (111,478 | 34.3%), and Hispanic or Latino (44,807 | 13.8%).
Race in Durham County
Race# Population% Population
Asian16,9495.2%
Black / African American111,47834.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific1420.0%
Hispanic or Latino44,80713.8%
Native / Alaskan1,3020.4%
White / Caucasian154,83547.6%
Two or more Races23,3377.2%
Some other Race17,0585.2%
Total325,101100.0%

Ancestry in Durham County

The most populous ancestries reported in Durham County are English (31,716 | 9.8%), German (26,553 | 8.2%), Irish (22,737 | 7.0%), Mexican (22,390 | 6.9%), and Central American (14,079 | 4.3%), together accounting for 36.1% of all Durham County residents.
Ancestry in Durham County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan1050.0%
African3,3501.0%
Alaskan Athabascan20.0%
Albanian200.0%
Alsatian110.0%
American12,8103.9%
Apache30.0%
Arab1,8980.6%
Argentinean3410.1%
Armenian5040.2%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac170.0%
Australian510.0%
Austrian5780.2%
Bahamian650.0%
Bangladeshi710.0%
Barbadian470.0%
Belgian2460.1%
Belizean1850.1%
Bhutanese1,1290.4%
Blackfeet3590.1%
Bolivian290.0%
Brazilian4000.1%
British2,8900.9%
British West Indian1020.0%
Bulgarian170.0%
Burmese1,4750.4%
Cajun330.0%
Cambodian240.0%
Canadian5330.2%
Celtic1130.0%
Central American14,0794.3%
Central American Indian3580.1%
Cherokee1,2620.4%
Cheyenne130.0%
Chickasaw180.0%
Chilean1160.0%
Chinese180.0%
Chippewa480.0%
Choctaw1010.0%
Colombian1,2490.4%
Colville160.0%
Comanche280.0%
Costa Rican3800.1%
Cree130.0%
Creek1670.1%
Croatian2610.1%
Cuban1,2260.4%
Cypriot130.0%
Czech9900.3%
Czechoslovakian2250.1%
Danish8440.3%
Delaware130.0%
Dominican5660.2%
Dutch1,8520.6%
Eastern European1,4540.4%
Ecuadorian2140.1%
Egyptian2210.1%
English31,7169.8%
Estonian670.0%
Ethiopian5070.2%
European5,7841.8%
Filipino4960.2%
Finnish3380.1%
French5,1411.6%
French American Indian140.0%
French Canadian1,1130.3%
German26,5538.2%
German Russian250.0%
Ghanaian8080.3%
Greek1,1880.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro390.0%
Guatemalan1,4900.5%
Guyanese440.0%
Haitian3110.1%
Honduran7,0712.2%
Hungarian1,0610.3%
Icelander550.0%
Indian (Asian)5,0631.6%
Indonesian3540.1%
Iranian2280.1%
Iraqi220.0%
Irish22,7377.0%
Iroquois520.0%
Israeli1340.0%
Italian11,5093.5%
Jamaican1,6770.5%
Japanese480.0%
Jordanian40.0%
Kenyan4430.1%
Kiowa50.0%
Korean2,4890.8%
Laotian760.0%
Latvian1840.1%
Lebanese3330.1%
Liberian8780.3%
Lithuanian1,4550.4%
Lumbee5370.2%
Luxembourger160.0%
Macedonian400.0%
Malaysian290.0%
Maltese2500.1%
Mexican22,3906.9%
Mexican American Indian2590.1%
Moroccan2500.1%
Native Hawaiian4250.1%
Navajo120.0%
New Zealander910.0%
Nicaraguan3100.1%
Nigerian1,5770.5%
Northern European3730.1%
Norwegian1,6900.5%
Pakistani4310.1%
Palestinian3340.1%
Panamanian1230.0%
Pennsylvania German170.0%
Peruvian2400.1%
Polish5,5361.7%
Portuguese7800.2%
Pueblo190.0%
Puerto Rican2,1290.6%
Romanian2950.1%
Russian1,5990.5%
Salvadoran4,6751.4%
Scandinavian5050.2%
Scotch-Irish4,5861.4%
Scottish5,7441.8%
Senegalese1430.0%
Serbian1360.0%
Sierra Leonean1190.0%
Sioux920.0%
Slavic1310.0%
Slovak3740.1%
Slovene1370.0%
South African1630.1%
South American2,6350.8%
South American Indian220.0%
Spaniard3480.1%
Spanish2000.1%
Sri Lankan2,0380.6%
Subsaharan African8,2992.5%
Sudanese790.0%
Swedish2,7090.8%
Swiss5520.2%
Syrian1480.1%
Thai5,1751.6%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1590.1%
Turkish1810.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander210.0%
Ugandan380.0%
Ukrainian6580.2%
Uruguayan420.0%
Venezuelan4040.1%
Vietnamese690.0%
Welsh1,7470.5%
West Indian4350.1%
Yugoslavian130.0%
Zimbabwean140.0%
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Immigrants in Durham County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Durham County came from Latin America (23,484 | 7.2%), Central America (18,601 | 5.7%), Asia (12,873 | 4.0%), Mexico (9,479 | 2.9%), and Honduras (4,920 | 1.5%), together accounting for 21.3% of all Durham County residents.
Immigrants in Durham County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1740.1%
Africa4,8631.5%
Argentina2570.1%
Armenia110.0%
Asia12,8734.0%
Australia1050.0%
Bahamas710.0%
Bangladesh970.0%
Barbados610.0%
Belarus240.0%
Belgium460.0%
Belize260.0%
Bolivia170.0%
Brazil3560.1%
Bulgaria170.0%
Cambodia790.0%
Cameroon470.0%
Canada8000.3%
Caribbean2,2810.7%
Central America18,6015.7%
Chile480.0%
China3,5321.1%
Colombia1,0310.3%
Costa Rica2220.1%
Cuba5910.2%
Czechoslovakia920.0%
Denmark170.0%
Dominica280.0%
Dominican Republic2370.1%
Eastern Africa1,0190.3%
Eastern Asia4,8111.5%
Eastern Europe1,0090.3%
Ecuador2500.1%
Egypt1820.1%
El Salvador2,6690.8%
England6540.2%
Eritrea580.0%
Ethiopia3320.1%
Europe4,7581.5%
France1930.1%
Germany7970.3%
Ghana5410.2%
Greece2900.1%
Guatemala1,1560.4%
Guyana190.0%
Haiti1190.0%
Honduras4,9201.5%
Hong Kong660.0%
Hungary1360.0%
India3,2461.0%
Indonesia320.0%
Iran1800.1%
Iraq1700.1%
Ireland1890.1%
Israel1510.1%
Italy2590.1%
Jamaica7950.2%
Japan2860.1%
Jordan950.0%
Kenya2670.1%
Korea9830.3%
Kuwait820.0%
Laos210.0%
Latin America23,4847.2%
Latvia30.0%
Lebanon350.0%
Liberia6760.2%
Lithuania1220.0%
Malaysia60.0%
Mexico9,4792.9%
Micronesia200.0%
Middle Africa990.0%
Morocco2020.1%
Nepal2280.1%
Netherlands1280.0%
Nicaragua1240.0%
Nigeria1,0680.3%
Northern Africa5530.2%
Northern Europe1,7280.5%
Oceania3260.1%
Pakistan2100.1%
Panama50.0%
Peru1720.1%
Philippines1,1940.4%
Poland1360.0%
Portugal800.0%
Romania1490.1%
Russia1380.0%
Saudi Arabia1220.0%
Scotland260.0%
Senegal1430.0%
Serbia390.0%
Sierra Leone2950.1%
Singapore530.0%
South Africa2270.1%
South America2,6020.8%
South Central Asia4,2041.3%
South Eastern Asia2,8760.9%
Southern Europe7760.2%
Spain1470.1%
Sri Lanka580.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines640.0%
Sudan480.0%
Sweden1280.0%
Switzerland480.0%
Syria420.0%
Taiwan2670.1%
Thailand3920.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1340.0%
Turkey1160.0%
Uganda770.0%
Ukraine980.0%
Uruguay240.0%
Uzbekistan40.0%
Venezuela4120.1%
Vietnam9080.3%
West Indies240.0%
Western Africa2,8260.9%
Western Asia9820.3%
Western Europe1,2120.4%
Yemen1060.0%
Zaire520.0%
Zimbabwe850.0%
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Sex and Age in Durham County

Sex and Age in Durham County

The most populous age groups in Durham County are 30 to 34 Years (14,562 | 9.3%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (15,097 | 8.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Durham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9,907 (6.3%)9,675 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years8,561 (5.5%)8,228 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Years9,500 (6.1%)9,030 (5.3%)
15 to 19 Years10,430 (6.7%)10,663 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Years11,401 (7.3%)11,960 (7.1%)
25 to 29 Years13,971 (8.9%)15,097 (8.9%)
30 to 34 Years14,562 (9.3%)15,031 (8.9%)
35 to 39 Years12,677 (8.1%)12,701 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years10,069 (6.4%)10,681 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years9,671 (6.2%)10,113 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years9,255 (5.9%)9,771 (5.8%)
55 to 59 Years8,769 (5.6%)9,729 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years8,439 (5.4%)10,313 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years7,132 (4.6%)9,440 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years5,252 (3.4%)6,242 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years2,887 (1.8%)4,490 (2.7%)
80 to 84 Years2,062 (1.3%)2,869 (1.7%)
85 Years and over1,686 (1.1%)2,837 (1.7%)
Total156,231 (100.0%)168,870 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Durham County

Median Family Size in Durham County

The median family size in Durham County is 3.01 persons per family, with single female/mother families (17,853 | 23.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.05 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (5,823 | 7.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.89 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Durham County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple52,157 (68.8%)3.01
Single Male/Father5,823 (7.7%)2.89
Single Female/Mother17,853 (23.5%)3.05
Total Families75,833 (100.0%)3.01

Median Household Size in Durham County

The median household size in Durham County is 2.29 persons per household, with single male/father households (5,823 | 4.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.32 persons per household. non-family households (59,636 | 44.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Durham County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple52,157 (38.5%)3.03
Single Male/Father5,823 (4.3%)3.32
Single Female/Mother17,853 (13.2%)3.24
Non-family59,636 (44.0%)1.26
Total Households135,469 (100.0%)2.29

Household Size by Marriage Status in Durham County

Out of a total of 135,469 households in Durham County, 75,833 (56.0%) are family households, while 59,636 (44.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 36,827, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 47,242.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Durham County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-47,242 (34.9%)
2-Person Households36,827 (27.2%)10,768 (8.0%)
3-Person Households17,844 (13.2%)1,214 (0.9%)
4-Person Households12,625 (9.3%)325 (0.2%)
5-Person Households5,659 (4.2%)70 (0.1%)
6-Person Households1,940 (1.4%)17 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households938 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total75,833 (56.0%)59,636 (44.0%)

Female Fertility in Durham County

Fertility by Age in Durham County

Average fertility rate in Durham County is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 37.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Durham County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years221 (8.2%)21.0
20 to 34 years1,578 (58.3%)37.0
35 to 50 years910 (33.6%)26.0
Total2,709 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Durham County

72.6% of women with births (2,709) in Durham County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 52.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 20.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Durham County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years104 (47.1%)117 (52.9%)
20 to 34 years1,144 (72.5%)434 (27.5%)
35 to 50 years720 (79.1%)190 (20.9%)
Total1,967 (72.6%)742 (27.4%)

Fertility by Education in Durham County

Average fertility rate in Durham County is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 47.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree represent 38.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Durham County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School335 (12.4%)31.0
High School Diploma394 (14.5%)35.0
College or Associate's Degree302 (11.2%)15.0
Bachelor's Degree650 (24.0%)26.0
Graduate Degree1,028 (38.0%)47.0
Total2,709 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Durham County

27.4% of women with births in Durham County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 66.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Durham County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School114 (34.0%)221 (66.0%)
High School Diploma161 (40.9%)233 (59.1%)
College or Associate's Degree141 (46.7%)161 (53.3%)
Bachelor's Degree650 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree902 (87.7%)126 (12.3%)
Total1,967 (72.6%)742 (27.4%)

Income in Durham County

Income Overview in Durham County

Per Capita Income in Durham County is $43,945, while median incomes of families and households are $95,715 and $74,927 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income325,101$43,945
Median Family Income75,833$95,715
Mean Family Income75,833$126,852
Median Household Income135,469$74,927
Mean Household Income135,469$103,151
Income Deficit75,833$10,661
Wage / Income Gap (%)325,1019.99%
Wage / Income Gap ($)325,10190.01¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index325,1010.46

Earnings by Sex in Durham County

Average Earnings in Durham County are $44,901, $46,790 for men and $42,117 for women, a difference of 10.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Durham County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male92,699 (49.1%)$46,790
Female96,077 (50.9%)$42,117
Total188,776 (100.0%)$44,901

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Durham County

The most common earnings brackets in Durham County are $100,000+ for men (19,389 | 20.9%) and $100,000+ for women (12,419 | 12.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Durham County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,229 (3.5%)5,524 (5.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9993,071 (3.3%)3,232 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,484 (2.7%)3,508 (3.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,891 (2.0%)2,314 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4992,317 (2.5%)3,240 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,926 (2.1%)2,498 (2.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,600 (2.8%)2,498 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,964 (2.1%)1,604 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,147 (2.3%)2,202 (2.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,580 (2.8%)2,965 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $29,9995,581 (6.0%)5,441 (5.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9995,062 (5.5%)5,952 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9995,386 (5.8%)4,834 (5.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9994,100 (4.4%)4,364 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9994,360 (4.7%)4,571 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9993,423 (3.7%)4,969 (5.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9996,828 (7.4%)8,132 (8.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9994,519 (4.9%)6,921 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,842 (10.6%)8,889 (9.2%)
$100,000+19,389 (20.9%)12,419 (12.9%)
Total92,699 (100.0%)96,077 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Durham County

Average earnings in Durham County are $53,896 for men and $48,608 for women, a difference of 9.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $88,537, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $30,430. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,261, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,844.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Durham County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$30,430$21,844
High School Diploma$33,216$26,380
College or Associate's Degree$45,245$36,195
Bachelor's Degree$72,170$54,535
Graduate Degree$88,537$69,261
Total$53,896$48,608

Family Income in Durham County

Family Income Brackets in Durham County

According to the Durham County family income data, there are 14,863 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,365 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Durham County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,0472.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991,3651.8%
$15,000 to $24,9993,2614.3%
$25,000 to $34,9994,5506.0%
$35,000 to $49,9997,1289.4%
$50,000 to $74,99910,99614.5%
$75,000 to $99,99910,16213.4%
$100,000 to $149,99914,86319.6%
$150,000 to $199,9999,32712.3%
$200,000+12,05715.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Durham County

4-person families (11,982 | 15.8%) account for the highest median family income in Durham County with $120,758 per family, while 2-person families (39,531 | 52.1%) have the highest median income of $45,452 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Durham County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families39,531 (52.1%)$90,903
3-Person Families16,846 (22.2%)$92,896
4-Person Families11,982 (15.8%)$120,758
5-Person Families5,161 (6.8%)$104,084
6-Person Families1,610 (2.1%)$77,978
7+ Person Families703 (0.9%)$93,655
Total75,833 (100.0%)$95,715

Family Income by Number of Earners in Durham County

The median family income in Durham County is $95,715, with families comprising 3+ earners (6,228) having the highest median family income of $139,331, while families with 1 earner (24,881) have the lowest median family income of $54,349, accounting for 8.2% and 32.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Durham County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners8,863 (11.7%)$57,507
1 Earner24,881 (32.8%)$54,349
2 Earners35,861 (47.3%)$123,967
3+ Earners6,228 (8.2%)$139,331
Total75,833 (100.0%)$95,715

Household Income in Durham County

Household Income Brackets in Durham County

With 23,843 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Durham County, accounting for 17.6% of all households. In contrast, only 3,522 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Durham County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006,0964.5%
$10,000 to $14,9993,5222.6%
$15,000 to $24,9999,0766.7%
$25,000 to $34,99910,4317.7%
$35,000 to $49,99915,44311.4%
$50,000 to $74,99923,30117.2%
$75,000 to $99,99917,47612.9%
$100,000 to $149,99923,84317.6%
$150,000 to $199,99911,5158.5%
$200,000+14,76610.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Durham County

The median household income in Durham County is $74,927, with the highest median household income of $87,237 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 44,651 households (33.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,757, with 6,701 households (5.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Durham County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6,701 (5.0%)$37,757
25 to 44 Years55,658 (41.1%)$80,591
45 to 64 Years44,651 (33.0%)$87,237
65+ Years28,459 (21.0%)$57,648
Total135,469 (100.0%)$74,927

Poverty in Durham County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Durham County

With 11.4% poverty level for males and 13.1% for females among the residents of Durham County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2,885 males (22.6%) and 3,570 females (26.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Durham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,790 (18.3%)2,372 (24.8%)
5 Years215 (15.8%)260 (15.8%)
6 to 11 Years1,438 (14.2%)1,645 (15.9%)
12 to 14 Years864 (13.4%)844 (17.8%)
15 Years355 (17.5%)224 (12.2%)
16 and 17 Years455 (14.6%)510 (15.9%)
18 to 24 Years2,885 (22.6%)3,570 (26.4%)
25 to 34 Years2,598 (9.3%)4,133 (13.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,548 (7.2%)2,198 (9.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,206 (6.7%)1,505 (7.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,117 (12.8%)1,929 (9.7%)
65 to 74 Years858 (7.2%)1,329 (8.5%)
75 Years and over553 (8.7%)801 (8.2%)
Total16,882 (11.4%)21,320 (13.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Durham County

According to the poverty statistics in Durham County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.3% of males and 92.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Durham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7,971 (81.7%)7,174 (75.1%)
5 Years1,143 (84.2%)1,385 (84.2%)
6 to 11 Years8,675 (85.8%)8,702 (84.1%)
12 to 14 Years5,565 (86.6%)3,889 (82.2%)
15 Years1,670 (82.5%)1,604 (87.7%)
16 and 17 Years2,671 (85.4%)2,700 (84.1%)
18 to 24 Years9,865 (77.4%)9,947 (73.6%)
25 to 34 Years25,183 (90.6%)25,960 (86.3%)
35 to 44 Years20,085 (92.8%)21,160 (90.6%)
45 to 54 Years16,894 (93.3%)18,367 (92.4%)
55 to 64 Years14,482 (87.3%)17,975 (90.3%)
65 to 74 Years11,046 (92.8%)14,244 (91.5%)
75 Years and over5,796 (91.3%)8,976 (91.8%)
Total131,046 (88.6%)142,083 (87.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Durham County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Durham County show that 3.2% or 1,678 of the total 52,157 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 9.5%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.2%, which includes 700 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Durham County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children31,288 (97.8%)700 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children15,452 (96.1%)633 (3.9%)
3 or 4 Children3,471 (91.6%)317 (8.4%)
5 or more Children268 (90.5%)28 (9.5%)
Total50,479 (96.8%)1,678 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Durham County

According to the poverty data in Durham County, 15.9% or 927 single-father households and 19.5% or 3,482 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 89 households (33.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 157 households (91.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Durham County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children244 (10.8%)519 (7.2%)
1 or 2 Children575 (17.8%)2,216 (24.0%)
3 or 4 Children89 (33.2%)590 (45.3%)
5 or more Children19 (29.7%)157 (91.3%)
Total927 (15.9%)3,482 (19.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Durham County

The poverty data for Durham County shows that 1,678 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 4,409 of the single-parent households (18.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (9.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 176 household (74.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Durham County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children700 (2.2%)763 (8.1%)
1 or 2 Children633 (3.9%)2,791 (22.4%)
3 or 4 Children317 (8.4%)679 (43.2%)
5 or more Children28 (9.5%)176 (74.6%)
Total1,678 (3.2%)4,409 (18.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Durham County

Employment by Class of Employer in Durham County

Among the 168,520 employed individuals in Durham County, private company employees (105,544 | 62.6%), not-for-profit organizations (24,946 | 14.8%), and state government employees (13,713 | 8.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Durham County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees105,54462.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4,5792.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6,7534.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations24,94614.8%
Local Government Employees8,0384.8%
State Government Employees13,7138.1%
Federal Government Employees4,7022.8%
Unpaid Family Workers2450.2%
Total168,520100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Durham County

According to the labor force statistics for Durham County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (266,342), 67.5% or 179,781 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 7,731 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.5% or 25,894 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.6% or 965 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Durham County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6,187 (35.9%)965 (15.6%)
20 to 24 Years15,722 (67.3%)818 (5.2%)
25 to 29 Years24,359 (83.8%)999 (4.1%)
30 to 34 Years25,894 (87.5%)492 (1.9%)
35 to 44 Years40,316 (87.4%)1,451 (3.6%)
45 to 54 Years32,329 (83.3%)1,584 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years14,262 (77.1%)699 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years11,776 (62.8%)365 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years7,718 (27.5%)286 (3.7%)
75 Years and over1,161 (6.9%)35 (3.0%)
Total179,781 (67.5%)7,731 (4.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Durham County

According to labor force statistics for Durham County, 82.4% of individuals (149,020) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (180,849) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 5,514 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.2% or 86,844 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.6% or 1,359 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Durham County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School10,976 (65.3%)1,059 (6.3%)
High School Diploma20,596 (69.6%)1,953 (6.6%)
College / Associate Degree30,525 (82.3%)2,077 (5.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher86,844 (89.2%)2,045 (2.1%)
Total149,020 (82.4%)6,691 (3.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Durham County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Durham County are Community & Social Service (24,826 | 14.5%), Management (21,516 | 12.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (18,511 | 10.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (16,141 | 9.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (15,041 | 8.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Durham County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Durham County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (75.8%), Architecture & Engineering (74.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (63.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.6%), Education, Arts & Media (72.7%), and Health Technologists (71.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Durham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management11,586 (53.8%)9,930 (46.2%)
Business & Financial5,167 (40.9%)7,451 (59.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11,687 (63.1%)6,824 (36.9%)
Computers & Mathematics7,407 (75.8%)2,370 (24.2%)
Architecture & Engineering2,185 (74.4%)752 (25.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2,095 (36.1%)3,702 (63.9%)
Community & Social Service 8,636 (34.8%)16,190 (65.2%)
Education, Arts & Media1,072 (27.3%)2,850 (72.7%)
Legal Services & Support951 (44.0%)1,213 (56.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4,810 (32.0%)10,231 (68.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,803 (48.7%)1,896 (51.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4,265 (26.4%)11,876 (73.6%)
Health Technologists3,586 (28.4%)9,041 (71.6%)
Total (Category)41,341 (44.2%)52,271 (55.8%)
Total (Overall)83,332 (48.5%)88,327 (51.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Durham County are Food Preparation & Serving (8,452 | 4.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (5,956 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (4,721 | 2.8%), Healthcare Support (4,375 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (1,913 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Durham County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Durham County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (82.2%), Security & Protection (76.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (73.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (82.3%), Personal Care & Service (68.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Durham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support775 (17.7%)3,600 (82.3%)
Security & Protection1,460 (76.3%)453 (23.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention956 (73.5%)344 (26.5%)
Law Enforcement504 (82.2%)109 (17.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving3,814 (45.1%)4,638 (54.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3,450 (57.9%)2,506 (42.1%)
Personal Care & Service1,482 (31.4%)3,239 (68.6%)
Total (Category)10,981 (43.2%)14,436 (56.8%)
Total (Overall)83,332 (48.5%)88,327 (51.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Durham County are Office & Administration (16,233 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (11,908 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Durham County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Durham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6,403 (53.8%)5,505 (46.2%)
Office & Administration4,224 (26.0%)12,009 (74.0%)
Total (Category)10,627 (37.8%)17,514 (62.2%)
Total (Overall)83,332 (48.5%)88,327 (51.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Durham County are Construction & Extraction (7,958 | 4.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,143 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (234 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Durham County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Durham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry115 (49.1%)119 (50.8%)
Construction & Extraction7,666 (96.3%)292 (3.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2,975 (94.7%)168 (5.3%)
Total (Category)10,756 (94.9%)579 (5.1%)
Total (Overall)83,332 (48.5%)88,327 (51.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Durham County are Production (5,028 | 2.9%), Material Moving (4,777 | 2.8%), and Transportation (3,349 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Durham County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Durham County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production3,256 (64.8%)1,772 (35.2%)
Transportation2,805 (83.8%)544 (16.2%)
Material Moving3,566 (74.7%)1,211 (25.4%)
Total (Category)9,627 (73.2%)3,527 (26.8%)
Total (Overall)83,332 (48.5%)88,327 (51.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Durham County

Employment Industries in Durham County

The major employment industries in Durham County include Health Care & Social Assistance (30,312 | 17.7%), Educational Services (28,017 | 16.3%), Professional & Scientific (21,234 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (13,806 | 8.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (11,932 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Durham County

Employment Industries by Sex in Durham County

The Durham County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (92.1%), and Utilities (91.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.7%), Educational Services (64.2%), and Enterprise Management (63.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Durham County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting434 (66.8%)216 (33.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction9,548 (92.1%)819 (7.9%)
Manufacturing7,580 (65.0%)4,078 (35.0%)
Wholesale Trade1,733 (65.2%)924 (34.8%)
Retail Trade7,229 (52.4%)6,577 (47.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing3,190 (75.9%)1,013 (24.1%)
Utilities595 (91.5%)55 (8.5%)
Information1,717 (54.4%)1,439 (45.6%)
Finance & Insurance3,811 (47.7%)4,176 (52.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,212 (46.7%)1,384 (53.3%)
Professional & Scientific11,985 (56.4%)9,249 (43.6%)
Enterprise Management72 (36.2%)127 (63.8%)
Administrative & Support3,511 (56.0%)2,759 (44.0%)
Educational Services10,027 (35.8%)17,990 (64.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance7,969 (26.3%)22,343 (73.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,048 (47.9%)1,141 (52.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services5,537 (46.4%)6,395 (53.6%)
Public Administration3,089 (49.4%)3,168 (50.6%)
Total83,332 (48.5%)88,327 (51.4%)

Education in Durham County

School Enrollment in Durham County

The most common levels of schooling among the 82,179 students in Durham County are college / undergraduate (19,285 | 23.5%), high school (15,063 | 18.3%), and middle school (14,398 | 17.5%).
School Enrollment in Durham County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5,0686.2%
Kindergarten3,2373.9%
Elementary School12,95215.8%
Middle School14,39817.5%
High School15,06318.3%
College / Undergraduate19,28523.5%
Graduate / Professional12,17614.8%
Total82,179100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Durham County

Out of a total of 82,179 students who are enrolled in schools in Durham County, 23,996 (29.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 58,183 (70.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6,400 (55.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15,802 (87.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Durham County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2,175 (54.5%)1,815 (45.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old13,416 (85.1%)2,352 (14.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds15,802 (87.2%)2,311 (12.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds8,415 (87.1%)1,248 (12.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5,247 (60.8%)3,381 (39.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds5,124 (44.5%)6,400 (55.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds4,706 (49.8%)4,739 (50.2%)
35 Years and over3,281 (65.0%)1,767 (35.0%)
Total58,183 (70.8%)23,996 (29.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Durham County

Business (16,183 | 12.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (13,968 | 10.7%), social sciences (13,622 | 10.5%), science & technology (12,818 | 9.9%), and education (10,082 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 129,885 individuals in Durham County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Durham County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics7,8876.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural13,96810.7%
Physical & Health Sciences5,1434.0%
Psychology7,6445.9%
Social Sciences13,62210.5%
Engineering8,0116.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,3501.0%
Science & Technology12,8189.9%
Business16,18312.5%
Education10,0827.8%
Literature & Languages8,6656.7%
Liberal Arts & History6,5565.1%
Visual & Performing Arts5,3704.1%
Communications5,7684.4%
Arts & Humanities6,8185.2%
Total129,885100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Durham County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Durham County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Durham County are males with 2 vehicles (39,092, accounting for 48.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (37,610, making up 46.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Durham County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,507 (3.1%)2,679 (3.2%)
1 Vehicle18,475 (23.0%)26,591 (31.3%)
2 Vehicles39,092 (48.6%)37,610 (44.2%)
3 Vehicles12,881 (16.0%)12,360 (14.5%)
4 Vehicles5,188 (6.5%)4,418 (5.2%)
5 or more Vehicles2,294 (2.9%)1,414 (1.7%)
Total80,437 (100.0%)85,072 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Durham County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Durham County are 15 to 19 minutes (29,643 commuters, 21.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (25,234 commuters, 18.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (22,779 commuters, 16.4%).
Commute Time in Durham County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2,0471.5%
5 to 9 Minutes11,6298.4%
10 to 14 Minutes22,77916.4%
15 to 19 Minutes29,64321.4%
20 to 24 Minutes25,23418.2%
25 to 29 Minutes10,0257.2%
30 to 34 Minutes17,00512.3%
35 to 39 Minutes3,9272.8%
40 to 44 Minutes4,1953.0%
45 to 59 Minutes6,5284.7%
60 to 89 Minutes3,6882.7%
90 or more Minutes2,0331.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Durham County

The most common commute times in Durham County are 15 to 19 minutes (14,079 commuters, 20.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (15,564 commuters, 22.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Durham County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,037 (1.5%)1,010 (1.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,873 (8.6%)5,756 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes9,598 (14.0%)13,181 (18.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes14,079 (20.5%)15,564 (22.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes13,152 (19.2%)12,082 (17.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes4,695 (6.8%)5,330 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes8,538 (12.4%)8,467 (12.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes2,156 (3.1%)1,771 (2.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes2,103 (3.1%)2,092 (3.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes3,919 (5.7%)2,609 (3.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes2,162 (3.2%)1,526 (2.2%)
90 or more Minutes1,335 (1.9%)698 (1.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Durham County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Durham County are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (9,274, 13.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (10,230, 14.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Durham County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM2,511 (3.7%)1,345 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,861 (2.7%)830 (1.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,981 (2.9%)1,624 (2.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4,522 (6.6%)4,983 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM6,921 (10.1%)5,529 (7.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM9,132 (13.3%)9,591 (13.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM8,565 (12.5%)9,533 (13.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM9,274 (13.5%)10,230 (14.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM5,122 (7.5%)6,546 (9.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5,591 (8.1%)6,327 (9.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2,971 (4.3%)2,834 (4.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM879 (1.3%)1,365 (1.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4,894 (7.1%)4,468 (6.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4,423 (6.4%)4,881 (7.0%)
Total68,647 (100.0%)70,086 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Durham County

Occupancy by Ownership in Durham County

Of the total 135,469 dwellings in Durham County, owner-occupied units account for 75,033 (55.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 60,436 (44.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Durham County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units75,03355.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units60,43644.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units135,469100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Durham County

Occupancy by Household Size in Durham County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household47,24234.9%
2-Person Household47,59535.1%
3-Person Household19,05814.1%
4+ Person Household21,57415.9%
Total Housing Units135,469100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Durham County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Durham County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household21,297 (45.1%)25,945 (54.9%)
2-Person Household28,639 (60.2%)18,956 (39.8%)
3-Person Household11,009 (57.8%)8,049 (42.2%)
4+ Person Household14,088 (65.3%)7,486 (34.7%)
Total Housing Units75,033 (55.4%)60,436 (44.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Durham County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Durham County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3,379 (35.7%)6,084 (64.3%)
High School Diploma8,169 (42.6%)11,013 (57.4%)
College/Associate Degree14,363 (48.0%)15,586 (52.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher49,122 (63.9%)27,753 (36.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Durham County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Durham County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years37,33027.6%
35 to 44 Years25,02918.5%
45 to 54 Years22,49316.6%
55 to 64 Years22,15816.4%
65 to 74 Years17,88813.2%
75 to 84 Years7,5965.6%
85 Years and Over2,9752.2%
Total135,469100.0%

Housing Finances in Durham County

Median Income by Occupancy in Durham County

Median Income by Occupancy in Durham County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied75,033 (55.4%)$104,399
Renter-Occupied60,436 (44.6%)$51,425
Average135,469 (100.0%)$74,927

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Durham County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Durham County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,094 (1.5%)3,122 (5.2%)
$5,000 to $9,999592 (0.8%)1,314 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,052 (1.4%)2,488 (4.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999802 (1.1%)3,351 (5.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,998 (2.7%)2,900 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9994,186 (5.6%)6,190 (10.2%)
$35,000 to $49,9995,481 (7.3%)9,942 (16.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99910,860 (14.5%)12,414 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9999,771 (13.0%)7,756 (12.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99916,055 (21.4%)7,726 (12.8%)
$150,000 or more23,142 (30.8%)3,233 (5.3%)
Total75,033 (100.0%)60,436 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Durham County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Durham County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002,004 (2.7%)1,434 (2.4%)
$300 to $4997,141 (9.5%)1,697 (2.8%)
$500 to $79910,037 (13.4%)4,727 (7.8%)
$800 to $9995,625 (7.5%)7,092 (11.7%)
$1,000 to $1,49917,883 (23.8%)25,151 (41.6%)
$1,500 to $1,99915,690 (20.9%)14,522 (24.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4997,996 (10.7%)3,265 (5.4%)
$2,500 to $2,9993,515 (4.7%)674 (1.1%)
$3,000 or more5,142 (6.9%)721 (1.2%)
Total75,033 (100.0%)60,436 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Durham County

Housing Structures in Durham County

Housing Structures in Durham County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached77,20657.0%
Single Unit, Attached12,0898.9%
2 Unit Apartments3,4192.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5,0633.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments8,8526.5%
10 or more Apartments27,02520.0%
Mobile Home / Other1,8151.3%
Total135,469100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Durham County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Durham County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached64,321 (83.3%)12,885 (16.7%)
Single Unit, Attached7,298 (60.4%)4,791 (39.6%)
2 Unit Apartments414 (12.1%)3,005 (87.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments392 (7.7%)4,671 (92.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments601 (6.8%)8,251 (93.2%)
10 or more Apartments996 (3.7%)26,029 (96.3%)
Mobile Home / Other1,011 (55.7%)804 (44.3%)
Total75,033 (55.4%)60,436 (44.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Durham County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Durham County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room295 (0.4%)3,098 (5.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,341 (1.8%)18,448 (30.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms20,215 (26.9%)27,726 (45.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms28,725 (38.3%)9,045 (15.0%)
8 or more Rooms24,457 (32.6%)2,119 (3.5%)
Total75,033 (100.0%)60,436 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Durham County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Durham County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas38,156 (50.8%)10,691 (17.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2,404 (3.2%)597 (1.0%)
Electricity33,423 (44.5%)48,021 (79.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene538 (0.7%)164 (0.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels481 (0.6%)129 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used31 (0.0%)834 (1.4%)
Total75,033 (100.0%)60,436 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Durham County

Household Vehicle Usage in Durham County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,438 (1.9%)8,015 (13.3%)
1 Vehicle21,943 (29.2%)30,433 (50.4%)
2 Vehicles34,461 (45.9%)17,794 (29.4%)
3 or more Vehicles17,191 (22.9%)4,194 (6.9%)
Total75,033 (100.0%)60,436 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Durham County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Durham County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units21,53753,496
Median Property Value$298,500$315,300
Median Household Income$77,113$18,443
Monthly Housing Costs$561$5,029
Real Estate Taxes$2,850$588

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Durham County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Durham County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000974 (4.5%)709 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999960 (4.5%)622 (1.2%)
$100,000 to $299,9998,910 (41.4%)23,422 (43.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9996,611 (30.7%)20,161 (37.7%)
$500,000 to $749,9992,692 (12.5%)6,279 (11.7%)
$750,000 to $999,999896 (4.2%)1,563 (2.9%)
$1,000,000 or more494 (2.3%)740 (1.4%)
Total21,537 (100.0%)53,496 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Durham County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Durham County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000705 (3.3%)802 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,204 (10.2%)981 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,559 (11.9%)1,648 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,804 (8.4%)1,627 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,232 (15.0%)3,677 (6.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,491 (11.6%)7,628 (14.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,843 (17.8%)7,280 (13.6%)
$150,000 or more4,699 (21.8%)12,212 (22.8%)
Total21,537 (100.0%)53,496 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Durham County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Durham County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x5,134 (23.8%)114,404 (213.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x3,499 (16.3%)14,829 (27.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,885 (13.4%)15,580 (29.1%)
4.0x or more9,817 (45.6%)9,033 (16.9%)
Total21,537 (100.0%)53,496 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Durham County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Durham County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,216 (5.7%)141 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,4992,906 (13.5%)1,347 (2.5%)
$800 to $1,49916,978 (78.8%)5,536 (10.3%)
Total21,537 (100.0%)53,496 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Durham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Durham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Durham County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years21,407 (94.3%)1,302 (5.7%)
6 to 18 Years43,777 (92.4%)3,574 (7.5%)
19 to 25 Years29,377 (84.3%)5,475 (15.7%)
26 to 34 Years44,531 (85.8%)7,344 (14.2%)
35 to 44 Years36,897 (82.1%)8,036 (17.9%)
45 to 54 Years31,771 (83.7%)6,173 (16.3%)
55 to 64 Years32,543 (89.2%)3,938 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years26,957 (98.1%)520 (1.9%)
75 Years and older15,943 (98.9%)183 (1.1%)
Total283,203 (88.6%)36,545 (11.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Durham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Durham County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born21,407 (94.3%)1,302 (5.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen43,777 (92.4%)3,574 (7.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen29,377 (84.3%)5,475 (15.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Durham County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Durham County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00027,046 (83.6%)5,314 (16.4%)
$25,000 to $49,99941,575 (80.3%)10,217 (19.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99941,931 (83.4%)8,355 (16.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99937,840 (88.7%)4,834 (11.3%)
$100,000 and over126,005 (94.8%)6,900 (5.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Durham County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Durham County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69,557 (42.1%)12,402 (54.6%)
6 to 18 Years17,935 (37.9%)26,646 (56.3%)
19 to 25 Years3,193 (9.2%)26,568 (76.2%)
25 to 34 Years3,726 (7.2%)41,634 (80.3%)
35 to 44 Years3,502 (7.8%)34,223 (76.2%)
45 to 54 Years3,707 (9.8%)29,232 (77.0%)
55 to 64 Years6,620 (18.1%)27,626 (75.7%)
65 to 74 Years25,232 (91.8%)17,314 (63.0%)
75 Years and over15,781 (97.9%)10,478 (65.0%)
Total89,253 (27.9%)226,123 (70.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Durham County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Durham County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years106 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1,058 (4.6%)730 (3.3%)
18 to 34 Years2,199 (5.0%)2,013 (4.2%)
35 to 64 Years5,351 (9.5%)6,869 (10.9%)
65 to 74 Years2,424 (20.4%)3,223 (20.7%)
75 Years and over2,747 (43.3%)4,246 (43.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Durham County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Durham County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years46 (0.2%)98 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years194 (0.4%)388 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years1,179 (2.1%)928 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years784 (6.6%)721 (4.6%)
75 Years and over1,556 (24.5%)1,478 (15.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Durham County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years160 (0.7%)30 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years455 (1.0%)311 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years695 (1.2%)1,494 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years591 (5.0%)441 (2.8%)
75 Years and over504 (7.9%)958 (9.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Durham County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years883 (3.8%)610 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years1,472 (3.3%)1,315 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years2,458 (4.4%)2,954 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years555 (4.7%)481 (3.1%)
75 Years and over893 (14.1%)1,655 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Durham County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years106 (0.5%)48 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years422 (0.9%)279 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years2,621 (4.7%)4,232 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,422 (11.9%)2,397 (15.4%)
75 Years and over1,596 (25.1%)2,880 (29.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Durham County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years69 (0.3%)110 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years255 (0.6%)173 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years1,152 (2.1%)1,676 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years326 (2.7%)394 (2.5%)
75 Years and over736 (11.6%)906 (9.3%)

Technology Access in Durham County

Computing Device Access in Durham County

Computing Device Access in Durham County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop115,04484.9%
Smartphone123,89391.4%
Tablet88,32065.2%
No Computing Device5,1253.8%
Total135,469100.0%

Internet Access in Durham County

Internet Access in Durham County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet140.0%
Broadband Home108,73380.3%
Cellular Data Only12,6669.3%
Satellite Internet7,0445.2%
No Internet11,2338.3%
Total135,469100.0%

Durham County Summary

Durham County, North Carolina is located in the central part of the state and is part of the Research Triangle region. It is bordered by Orange County to the north, Wake County to the east, Chatham County to the south, and Alamance County to the west. The county seat is Durham, and the county is home to a population of approximately 300,000 people.

Geography

Durham County is located in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, and is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The county is drained by the Eno, Flat, and Little Rivers, as well as several creeks. The highest point in the county is located in the northern part of the county, near the Orange County border, and is approximately 890 feet above sea level. The county is home to several state parks, including Eno River State Park, Falls Lake State Recreation Area, and Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area.

History

Durham County was formed in 1881 from parts of Orange and Wake Counties. The county was named after the city of Durham, which was established in 1869. The city was named after Dr. Bartlett Durham, a local physician and landowner. The county was initially an agricultural area, with tobacco and cotton being the primary crops. In the early 20th century, the county began to experience rapid growth due to the establishment of several large industries, including tobacco, textiles, and furniture.

Economy

Durham County’s economy is largely driven by the Research Triangle Park, which is located in the county. The park is home to over 200 companies, including IBM, GlaxoSmithKline, and Cisco Systems. The county is also home to several universities, including Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The county’s largest employers are Duke University Health System, Duke University, and IBM.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Durham County had a population of 267,587 people. The racial makeup of the county was 57.2% White, 33.9% African American, 4.2% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.3% from other races. The median household income was $50,867, and the median family income was $62,937. The per capita income was $27,837.

Conclusion

Durham County, North Carolina is a vibrant and diverse county located in the central part of the state. It is home to a population of approximately 300,000 people, and is largely driven by the Research Triangle Park. The county is home to several universities, and its largest employers are Duke University Health System, Duke University, and IBM. The county’s population is largely composed of White, African American, and Asian residents, and the median household income is $50,867.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Durham County?
Total Population of Durham County is 325,101.
What is the Total Male Population of Durham County?
Total Male Population of Durham County is 156,231.
What is the Total Female Population of Durham County?
Total Female Population of Durham County is 168,870.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Durham County?
There are 92.52 Males per 100 Females in Durham County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Durham County?
There are 108.09 Females per 100 Males in Durham County.
What is the Median Population Age in Durham County?
Median Population Age in Durham County is 35.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Durham County
Average Family Size in Durham County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Durham County
Average Household Size in Durham County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Durham County?
Per Capita income in Durham County is $43,945.
What is the Median Family Income in Durham County?
Median Family Income in Durham County is $95,715.
What is the Median Household income in Durham County?
Median Household Income in Durham County is $74,927.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Durham County?
Income or Wage Gap in Durham County is 10.0%.
Women in Durham County earn 90.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Durham County?
Family Income Deficit in Durham County is $10,661.
Families that are below poverty line in Durham County earn $10,661 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Durham County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Durham County is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Durham County?
There are 179,781 People in the Labor Forcein in Durham County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Durham County?
67.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Durham County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Durham County?
Unemployment Rate in Durham County is 4.3%.