| ZIP Code | 03224 |
|---|---|
| City | Canterbury |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Merrimack County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 871 ft |
| Latitude | 43.350746 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.547517 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.0 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.6% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 358 (21.6%) |
| Some College | 88 (5.3%) |
| Associates | 137 (8.3%) |
| Bachelors | 198 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 874 (52.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $117,500 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $409,600 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,967/mo ↑ 188% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 995 |
| Vacant Units | 39 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 995 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 39 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 03224 is located in Canterbury, New Hampshire, within Merrimack County. With a population of 2,458, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46 years. Economically, 03224 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $117,500 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03224 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $409,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,967 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 03224 is primarily White (84.70%). Residents are highly educated — 64.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.8%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03224 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 03224 in Canterbury, NH is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,458 residents, a median household income of $117,500, and a median home value of $409,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.