Relocating to Durham NC? 7 Ways to Fit in with Your New Neighbors
If you are relocating to Durham NC, then you are in for a surprise of a lifetime. When many people think of North Carolina, they think of small cities full of people with southern accents and small town traditions. Although Durham is small full of Durhamites, a local term often used to describe people living in Durham, that have a distinctive southern tongue, it’s also rich in culture, energized by college sports, has a unique city-like atmosphere, and it’s the center of a world-renowned healthcare system.
Enjoy Small Town Charm
Typically, small towns have fewer than 25,000 residents. By recent Census estimates, Durham has a population of nearly 300,000 people, which means Durham,
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For the most part, families can easily find family-friendly neighborhoods that support and encourage community development.
Love College Sports
Whether you are new to North Carolina, or you’ve lived in here, and you are considering relocating to Durham, after one visit it’s clear that the locals have a love for college sports that goes beyond what’s typical. They have a long-standing tradition of tailgating, camping out overnight for tickets, and painting their faces in support of their favorite team. Their pride is obvious and well-deserving when you consider the local standout teams: Duke University and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
These two teams have been to numerous college tournaments, and each time, they’ve proved to be worthy of supporting. Of all time, the Duke University men’s basketball team is the fourth-winningest basketball team. Coach Mike Krzyzewski, Coach K, has led the team to many wins during the last 25 years.
Although located in Chapel Hill, many people in the area support The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Also known as Carolina, it’s the school that launched Michael Jordan’s career. Lead by the undeniably gifted Dean Smith, Carolina has gone to the NCAA 27