| ZIP Code | 03304 |
|---|---|
| City | Bow |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Merrimack County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 686 ft |
| Latitude | 43.133177 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.537242 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.7% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 853 (15.6%) |
| Some College | 410 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 488 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 358 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,336 (61.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $161,482 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $443,700 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,465/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,906 |
| Vacant Units | 53 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,906 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 53 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 03304 is located in Bow, New Hampshire, within Merrimack County. With a population of 8,295, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.6 years. Economically, 03304 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,482 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03304 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $443,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,465 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 03304 is primarily White (93.60%). Residents are highly educated — 67.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03304 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 03304 in Bow, NH is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,295 residents, a median household income of $161,482, and a median home value of $443,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.