Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
258K
Population
287 km2
Area
477 Mbps
Internet
123m
Elevation
UTC−05:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Durham is a city in United States with a population of 258K. Internet speeds average 477 Mbps download. The city has 6,243 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United States
Region
North America
Population
258K
Timezone
UTC−05:00
Elevation
123 m
Currency
USD
Language
English
GPS
35.99, -78.90
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
477 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 257,636 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
6,243 total POIs 21.8 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
344
Cafes
48
Bars
44
Fast Food
188
Shopping
Supermarkets
49
Convenience
122
Shopping Malls
50
Healthcare
Hospitals
9
Clinics
70
Pharmacies
24
Education
Schools
96
Universities
9
Libraries
15
Recreation
Parks
232
Playgrounds
216
Sports
391
Cinemas
6
Museums
5
Theatres
11
Transport
Bus Stops
1,388
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
153
Services
Banks
62
ATMs
28
Post Offices
25
Police
6
Fire Stations
23
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
477 Mbps
Download
241 Mbps
Upload
12ms
Latency
13,975
Tests
3,286
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Durham known for?
Durham is a city in United States. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Durham?
Durham has an average download speed of 477 Mbps and upload speed of 241 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Durham?
The population of Durham is approximately 258K.
What infrastructure does Durham have?
Durham has 6,243 mapped points of interest, including 344 restaurants, 9 hospitals, 96 schools.
What country is Durham in?
Durham is located in United States.
