Durham, NH cityscape

03824

Durham, NH

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Total Population

15,073
5-year trend
+5.8%

Median Household Income

$98,190
5-year trend
+19.3%

Median Home Value

$448,400
5-year trend
+37.8%

Median Rent

$1,390
5-year trend
+18.6%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 104% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

76% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, suggesting a highly educated community.

Median age of 21 years indicates a younger, dynamic community with potential for growth.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$98,190
100.5% above state avg
Home Value
$448,400
103.8% above state avg
Rent
$1,390
100% above state avg
Population Density
15,073 residents
Median Age
20.7 years
Safety Score
65/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
78
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
90/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
65/100
Education
69/100
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Employment
77/100
Housing
84/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Durham, NH 03824

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Coordinates: 43.1658°, -70.9628°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
58
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
-2
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
58
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
7,565
Employment Rate
96.7%
Avg. Commute
27 min
Work From Home
27%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Finance & Insurance
30.1%
Educational Services
24.3%
Manufacturing
14.5%
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
10.6%
Professional & Business Services
9.1%
Total Employed
7,316
Total Unemployed
249
Unemployment Rate
3.3%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Durham, NH

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

High education levels with 76.3% holding bachelor's degrees or higher, well above national average of 33%.

Young population with median age of 20.7 years, attracting young professionals and families.

Strong job market with unemployment rate of 3.3%, below national average.

High remote work adoption with 27.2% working from home.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$98,190
+30.7% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.5%
State: $-21,816,377
Income Distribution
30.8%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.63 people

Total Households
3,000
Family Households
46.2%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Finance
30.1%
#2 Industry
Education
24.3%
#3 Industry
Manufacturing
14.5%
Total Employed Residents:2,879

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
8.1%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
3.1%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
27.2%
1,345 workers
Public Transit
3.2%
159 workers
Total Commuting Workers:4,952
Commute Insights
High remote work adoption (27.2% work from home)

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
96.7%
7,316 employed
Labor Force
7,565
249 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:3.3%
Median Age
20.7 years
Per Capita Income
$31,112
Poverty Rate
11.3%
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