| ZIP Code | 03608 |
|---|---|
| City | Walpole |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Cheshire County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 895 ft |
| Latitude | 43.076442 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.395967 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.3% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.6% ▼ 87% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 586 (30.5%) |
| Some College | 164 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 283 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 257 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 634 (33%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,244 ≈ Avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,000 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,125/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,386 |
| Vacant Units | 193 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,386 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 193 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 03608 is located in Walpole, New Hampshire, within Cheshire County. With a population of 3,053, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.9 years. Economically, 03608 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,244 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03608 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $301,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,125 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 03608 is primarily White (83.30%). Residents are well-educated — 46.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.8%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03608 stands at 0.6%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 03608 in Walpole, NH is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,053 residents, a median household income of $77,244, and a median home value of $301,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.