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Durham, NH
Durham · Strafford County · NH 03824
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$448K
Median Price
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Walk Score
4.6/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
DSchools
46/100
AQuietness
90/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Durham has decent schools and a quiet, green environment, but it’s a car‑dependent, small town with limited walkability, nightlife, and job diversity. The median home price is high relative to the median income, and many amenities require travel outside the town.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public schools with a solid average rating of 4.6
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X) and good natural surroundings
- ✓Quiet, family‑friendly community with moderate home prices
- ✓Proximity to wildlife sanctuary and local parks
Real Talk
- !High cost of living: median home price exceeds median income
- !Almost all errands require a car; walk score of 0
- !Limited dining, nightlife, and cultural options
- !Scarce public transit options; commuting to nearby cities can be time‑consuming
- $Higher property taxes in New Hampshire
- $Limited grocery and retail choices may increase grocery costs
- $Potential for higher insurance premiums due to rural location
Best For
Families looking for a safe, quiet settingRemote workers who don’t need daily commuteNature lovers with access to parksStudents attending nearby universities
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Durham, NH
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer 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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