About Durham
Durham is a colorful, creative, and entrepreneurial community of 249,654 that welcomes 5.46 million visitors each year.
Durham occupies a prime location in the heart of North Carolina and is a nexus for learning, achievement, creativity, research, and industry.
Whether you’re a resident, visitor, group planner, newcomer, journalist, or consultant, these official stats, facts, and images will provide new perspectives on Durham.
- Overview-Facts-History: Durham facts, Durham history at a glance, 300+ Great Things About Durham, feedback from residents and visitors, What They Are Saying…
- Research & Statistics: Durham visitor research, economic indicators, State of Durham’s Economy, local government performance indicators, Durham demographics, master plans, RTP and RDU statistics…
- New Visitor Developments: Changes and renovations at Durham visitor-related features, Durham lodging supply…
- Image Library: Search and download high-resolution Durham images…
- Newsletters: Current e-newsletter and newsletter archives of the Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau…
- Accolades: Superlatives and national rankings for Durham…















