Durham, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Durham, Connecticut had a total population of 3,347, the 88th largest community in Connecticut, with a median household income of $152,396, which is 59% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 59% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Connecticut.
Durham Quick Facts
How Durham Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,508 | 3,347 | -4.6% |
| Median household income | $126,406 | $152,396 | +20.6% |
| Median home value | $378,900 | $401,700 | +6.0% |
How Durham Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 57 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Durham Rankings in Connecticut
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Cities Similar to Durham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Mystic | 3,340 | $130,903 | $342,500 | 40.2% | 5.3% |
| East Hampton | 3,347 | $123,929 | $345,800 | 40.5% | 3.8% |
| Fairfield University | 2,939 | N/A | N/A | 5.7% | 92.3% |
| Pemberwick | 3,665 | $132,326 | $940,200 | 51.5% | 8.4% |
| Stepney | 3,979 | $153,966 | $475,800 | 54.2% | 0.8% |
Population Overview
Durham is a small community located in Connecticut. The total population is 3,347. It ranks as the 88th most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.
Age Demographics
The median age in Durham is 47.9 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 41.1 years. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Durham is $152,396. This is 59% higher than the state median of $95,781. It is also 89% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 2% lower than the state rate of 5.6%. The median home value is $401,700. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $366,900. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Durham is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Durham has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.8%) is well below the state average of 18.3%.
Education
42.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as the state rate of 42.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.3%. Notably, 18.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Durham, Connecticut is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Connecticut state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Durham, Connecticut?
Durham, Connecticut has a population of 3,347 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Durham, CT?
The median household income in Durham is $152,396, which is 89% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Durham, CT?
The poverty rate in Durham is 6.1%. This means approximately 205 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Durham, Connecticut?
Durham's population is 87.7% White, 0.0% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Durham, CT?
The median home value in Durham is $401,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Durham, Connecticut?
42.4% of adults (25+) in Durham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 18.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.