| ZIP Code | 03842 |
|---|---|
| City | Hampton |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 44 ft |
| Latitude | 42.939601 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.836728 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.7 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.4% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 2,925 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 1,018 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 1,404 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,639 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,551 (44.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,433 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $491,600 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,679/mo ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,978 |
| Vacant Units | 2,434 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,978 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,434 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 03842 is located in Hampton, New Hampshire, within Rockingham County. With a population of 16,180, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.7 years. Economically, 03842 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,433 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03842 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $491,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,679 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 03842 is primarily White (95.39%). Residents are well-educated — 57.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03842 stands at 3.3%, 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 03842 in Hampton, NH is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,180 residents, a median household income of $94,433, and a median home value of $491,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.