| ZIP Code | 03462 |
|---|---|
| City | Spofford |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Cheshire County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 947 ft |
| Latitude | 42.892609 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.390167 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.2% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 374 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 28 (2.4%) |
| Associates | 156 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 32 (2.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 601 (50.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,417 ▲ 39% above avg ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $313,700 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 975 |
| Vacant Units | 270 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 975 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 270 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 03462 is located in Spofford, New Hampshire, within Cheshire County. With a population of 1,760, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.2 years. Economically, 03462 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,417 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03462 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $313,700 is near the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 75.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 03462 is primarily White (96.14%). Residents are well-educated — 53.2% 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 declined by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03462 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 03462 in Spofford, NH is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,760 residents, a median household income of $106,417, and a median home value of $313,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.