Durham is a cdp located in Butte County, in the state of California (CA), United States. Nestled in the Pacific division of the West region, it covers an area of 81.8 square miles (212.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 158 ft. With a population of approximately 5,220 residents, Durham offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.96% males and 50.04% females, and it has a population density of 63.81 people per square mile (24.64/km²). Durham lies at a latitude of 39.64 and a longitude of -121.8, operating in the UTC-8.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.1%), followed by English (14.9%), German (21.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 95938.