| ZIP Code | 03261 |
|---|---|
| City | Northwood |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 668 ft |
| Latitude | 43.211856 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.223393 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↓ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.81 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.5% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 817 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 287 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 243 (7.8%) |
| Bachelors | 456 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,296 (41.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $117,841 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $356,100 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,183/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,191 |
| Vacant Units | 538 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,191 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 538 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
ZIP code 03261 is located in Northwood, New Hampshire, within Rockingham County. With a population of 4,653, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 03261 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $117,841 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03261 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $356,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,183 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 03261 is primarily White (88.80%). Residents are well-educated — 56.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.6%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03261 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 03261 in Northwood, NH is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,653 residents, a median household income of $117,841, and a median home value of $356,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.