| ZIP Code | 03242 |
|---|---|
| City | Henniker |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Merrimack County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 602 ft |
| Latitude | 43.169407 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.831201 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.9 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 62.9% ▲ 62% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 754 (22.5%) |
| Some College | 233 (7%) |
| Associates | 254 (7.6%) |
| Bachelors | 682 (20.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,424 (42.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,344 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $317,600 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,073/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,359 |
| Vacant Units | 183 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,359 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 183 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 03242 is located in Henniker, New Hampshire, within Merrimack County. With a population of 6,161, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.9 years. Economically, 03242 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,344 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03242 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $317,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,073 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 03242 is primarily White (91.93%). Residents are highly educated — 62.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.8%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03242 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 03242 in Henniker, NH is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,161 residents, a median household income of $87,344, and a median home value of $317,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.