| ZIP Code | 03251 |
|---|---|
| City | Lincoln |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Grafton County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 1,486 ft |
| Latitude | 44.09469 |
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| Longitude | -71.631382 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.9 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 188 (17.5%) |
| Some College | 208 (19.4%) |
| Associates | 171 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 41 (3.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 464 (43.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,990 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $312,000 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $972/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,722 |
| Vacant Units | 2,063 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,722 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,063 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 03251 is located in Lincoln, New Hampshire, within Grafton County. With a population of 1,484, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.9 years. Economically, 03251 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,990 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03251 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $312,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $972 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 03251 is primarily White (86.25%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03251 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 03251 in Lincoln, NH is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,484 residents, a median household income of $65,990, and a median home value of $312,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.