Durham 86 Exceptional
Durham Livability #16 ranked city in Oregon#324 ranked city in the USARanks better than 98% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Durham

PROS
  • Amenities

    The area boasts an ample array of local amenities, such as restaurants, entertainment options, grocery stores and parks, all conveniently located within walking distance.

  • Commute

    A high commute score suggests convenient, easy access to public transportation, with shorter-than-average work commute times to work.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Health & Safety

    Achieving a high health and safety score relies on factors including great air quality and convenient access to vital health facilities such as hospitals, doctors, clinics and police stations.

CONS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

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      Durham transportation information

      Statistic Durham Oregon National
      Average one way commute25min23min26min
      Workers who drive to work81.7%71.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool2.8%10.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit2.4%4.4%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%2.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.6%3.9%2.8%
      Working from home12.5%6.4%4.6%
      Source: The Durham, OR data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).