Durham

Strafford County, New Hampshire

Population 133K |Median income $88,570 |2 hospitals

Population

132,575

Strafford County

Median Income

$88,570

+30% vs avg

Median Home Value

$362,800

+59% vs avg

Median Age

38.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

133K+7%

Median Income

$88,570+51%

Median Home Value

$362,800+64%

Poverty Rate

8.7%-17%

Unemployment

3.5%-51%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Poverty Rate

8.7% -39% vs avg

Unemployment 3.5%

Bachelor's Degree+ 39.3%

Work From Home 16.2%

Public Transit 1.4%

Population

White 88.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.7%

Asian 2.7%

African American 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

32.4%

High Blood Pressure

30.9%

Short Sleep Duration

30.8%

Physical Inactivity

19.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.5%

Binge Drinking

16.6%

Frequent Physical Distress

11.1%

Current Smoking

10.7%

Current Asthma

10.7%

Diabetes

8.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.3%

Annual Checkup 76.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

6.7%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.3%

Stroke

2.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

WENTWORTH-DOUGLASS HOSPITAL

DOVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

FRISBIE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

ROCHESTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Durham Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Coastal Waters and Apalachee Bay

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Until 4:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts

Special Weather Statement: Heavy Snow Expected for Tamworth, Sydenham, and South Frontenac

ECCC · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Dust Storm Warning Issued for Armstrong and Donley Counties in Texas Panhandle

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Durham, NH? ▼

Durham, NH has a population of 132,575 people, located in Strafford County, New Hampshire.

What is the median household income in Durham? ▼

The median household income in Durham, NH is $88,570 per year. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

What is the median home value in Durham? ▼

The median home value in Durham, NH is $362,800. Median rent is $1,488/month.

What are the top health concerns in Durham? ▼

The top health indicators in Durham include Obesity (32.4%), High Blood Pressure (30.9%), Short Sleep Duration (30.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Durham? ▼

Durham has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Durham? ▼

The median age in Durham, NH is 38.2 years. 39.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Durham, NH is located in Strafford County, New Hampshire. With a population of 133K and a median household income of $88,570, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Durham area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Strafford County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.