City-County Planning Department

Demographics

Durham's population is changing. The recent Census shows Durham’s population is increasing and becoming more diverse. Demographic analysis plays a key role in many City and County programs. The Department supplies analysis of population, housing, employment and land use figures, including a population estimate for the City and County every six months. Some federal and state funding is based on population; the Planning Department works to ensure Durham’s population is accurately counted.

Current Population

Durham Population, 1950-2010

Durham County, Population by Race-Ethnicity

City of Durham, Population by Race Ethnicity

Durham Population Growth Map, 2000-2010

Durham County Population Projections, 2010-2040