Durham County Map, North Carolina, USA

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Map of Durham County - Durham County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Durham County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Durham County located in the map, major cities in Durham county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Durham County, North Carolina

About Durham County, North Carolina

Durham County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Durham. As per 2020 census, the population of Durham County is 326126 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 298 sq mi (772 km2). Durham County was established on 1881.

Facts about Durham County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionPiedmont / Central North Carolina (Research Triangle)
County SeatDurham
Named AfterNamed for the city of Durham (named for Dr. Bartlett Snipes Durham)
Established1881
Coordinates~36.00° N, 78.90° W
Total Area~290 sq mi
Land Area~285–290 sq mi
Water Area~4–5 sq mi
Population (2020)~324,833
Estimated Population (2024)~343,628
Estimated Population (2025)~350,018
Population Density~1,170–1,200 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesDurham, Rougemont, small municipal areas extending into county
Main IndustriesResearch & Technology, Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotech
Major RoadsInterstate 85, U.S. Highway 70, NC Highway 98
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForResearch Triangle Park, Duke University, North Carolina Central University, vibrant cultural & medical sectors
Websitehttps://dconc.gov

Top Attractions in Durham County, North Carolina

  • Duke University – Historic campus and gardens.
  • Duke Chapel – Gothic-style landmark.
  • Sarah P. Duke Gardens – Botanical gardens.
  • American Tobacco Campus – Shops and dining.
  • Durham Bulls Athletic Park – Minor league baseball.
  • Nasher Museum of Art – Contemporary art exhibits.
  • Eno River State Park – Hiking and river access.
  • Historic Downtown Durham – Arts and nightlife.
  • Museum of Life and Science – Interactive science exhibits.
  • West Point on the Eno – Historic park and trails.

Cities & Towns in Durham County, North Carolina

Durham, Chapel Hill, Morrisville, Bahama, Rougemont