Walkability (est.)
35
Car-Dependent
Safety Score
72
708 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
23.4 min
one way
Work from Home
17%
of workers
Commute Breakdown
Drive Alone: 73%
Public Transit: 4%
Work from Home: 17%
Other: 6%
Source: Census ACS 2022
Amenities
1,624
Restaurants (est.)
65
Parks (est.)
6
Hospitals (est.)
Estimated from Census County Business Patterns
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best neighborhoods in Durham?
Durham has many diverse neighborhoods. Use our walkability and safety scores to find the best fit for your lifestyle.
What is the average commute time in Durham?
The average commute in Durham, NC is 23.4 minutes. 73% of workers drive alone, 4% use public transit, and 17% work from home (Census ACS 2022).
How safe is Durham?
Durham has a safety score of 72/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 708 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.
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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.