| ZIP Code | 03031 |
|---|---|
| City | Amherst |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Hillsborough County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 263 ft |
| Latitude | 42.874824 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.600533 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33011 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 73.0% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 54% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,070 (13.2%) |
| Some College | 276 (3.4%) |
| Associates | 833 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 850 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,082 (62.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $155,125 ▲ 103% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $491,400 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,447/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,558 |
| Vacant Units | 18 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,558 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 18 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 03031 is located in Amherst, New Hampshire, within Hillsborough County. With a population of 11,873, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 03031 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $155,125 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03031 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $491,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,447 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 03031 is primarily White (93.56%). Residents are highly educated — 73.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03031 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 03031 in Amherst, NH is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,873 residents, a median household income of $155,125, and a median home value of $491,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.