| ZIP Code | 03253 |
|---|---|
| City | Meredith |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Belknap County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 689 ft |
| Latitude | 43.631211 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.498585 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.0 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 10.2% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 50.7% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,202 (24.4%) |
| Some College | 458 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 765 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 371 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,131 (43.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,808 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $444,500 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,230/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,111 |
| Vacant Units | 1,989 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,111 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,989 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
ZIP code 03253 is located in Meredith, New Hampshire, within Belknap County. With a population of 6,677, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55 years. Economically, 03253 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,808 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03253 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $444,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,230 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 03253 is primarily White (95.28%). Residents are well-educated — 50.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.2%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03253 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 03253 in Meredith, NH is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,677 residents, a median household income of $69,808, and a median home value of $444,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.