| ZIP Code | 03217 |
|---|---|
| City | Ashland |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Grafton County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 670 ft |
| Latitude | 43.725967 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.642579 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 20.9% ▲ 109% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 556 (38.3%) |
| Some College | 213 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 160 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 34 (2.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 488 (33.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,495 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $188,600 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,129/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,340 |
| Vacant Units | 361 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,340 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 361 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 03217 is located in Ashland, New Hampshire, within Grafton County. With a population of 2,207, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 03217 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,495 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03217 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $188,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,129 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.8%) and renters (40.3%). Median home values have increased by 7% since 2019.
The population of 03217 is primarily White (85.95%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.9%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03217 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 03217 in Ashland, NH is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 2,207 residents, a median household income of $54,495, and a median home value of $188,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.