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Durham, NC
Durham · Durham County · NC 27701
Updated June 14, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$414K
Median Price
55/100
Walk Score
6.4/10
Schools
37 min
to Raleigh, NC
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
64/100
DQuietness
40/100
B-Commute
70/100
D+Walkability
55/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Durham offers a solid mix of job opportunities, decent schools, and a vibrant culture, but it falls short on walkability and has a moderate crime rate. The city is affordable relative to nearby hubs and has growing remote‑work infrastructure, but traffic and rising housing costs could bite over time. If you’re a young professional or student who values culture over a quiet suburban feel, it’s a reasonable place to settle for now.
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The Good
- ✓Strong local economy and tech job growth in the Research Triangle
- ✓Good selection of high‑rated public and charter schools
- ✓Diverse community with arts, festivals, and dining options
- ✓Abundant parks and green space like Eno River Park
Real Talk
- !Crime rates are higher than national average, especially property crime
- !Walk score is only 55, so many errands require a car
- !Housing prices are rising, so affordability may erode in a few years
- !Rush hour traffic on I‑40 and US‑64 can be brutal
- $Property taxes are higher than many surrounding suburbs
- $Utility costs (electricity, water) tend to be above the regional average
- $Older homes often require more maintenance and repairs
Best For
young professionalsremote workersstudentsmixed-income families
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Durham, NC
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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