| ZIP Code | 03257 |
|---|---|
| City | New London |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Merrimack County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 1,254 ft |
| Latitude | 43.417721 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.990609 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.3% ▲ 102% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 44% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 233 (8.6%) |
| Some College | 71 (2.6%) |
| Associates | 287 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 398 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,728 (63.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,750 ▲ 18% above avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $469,000 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,569/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,395 |
| Vacant Units | 767 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,395 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 767 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 03257 is located in New London, New Hampshire, within Merrimack County. With a population of 4,503, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 03257 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,750 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03257 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $469,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,569 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 03257 is primarily White (90.43%). Residents are highly educated — 78.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has declined by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03257 stands at 2.8%, which is 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 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 03257 in New London, NH is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,503 residents, a median household income of $89,750, and a median home value of $469,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.