| ZIP Code | 03249 |
|---|---|
| City | Gilford |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Belknap County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 853 ft |
| Latitude | 43.519499 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.375838 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.0 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.4% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 73% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,112 (20.5%) |
| Some College | 531 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 830 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 571 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,374 (43.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,423 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $388,700 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,308/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,012 |
| Vacant Units | 2,055 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,012 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,055 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 03249 is located in Gilford, New Hampshire, within Belknap County. With a population of 7,785, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46 years. Economically, 03249 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,423 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03249 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $388,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,308 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 52% since 2019.
The population of 03249 is primarily White (90.25%). Residents are well-educated — 54.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03249 stands at 1.3%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 03249 in Gilford, NH is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,785 residents, a median household income of $115,423, and a median home value of $388,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.