| ZIP Code | 03854 |
|---|---|
| City | New Castle |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 43.062147 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.717071 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33015 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.8 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.5% ▲ 108% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 33 (4.7%) |
| Some College | 20 (2.9%) |
| Associates | 80 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 55 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 507 (72.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $193,558 ▲ 154% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,612,700 ▲ 478% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,453/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 517 |
| Vacant Units | 78 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 517 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 78 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 03854 is located in New Castle, New Hampshire, within Rockingham County. With a population of 948, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.8 years. Economically, 03854 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $193,558 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03854 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,612,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,453 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 03854 is primarily White (96.62%). Residents are highly educated — 80.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 36% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 03854 in New Castle, NH is characterized as affluent, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 948 residents, a median household income of $193,558, and a median home value of $1,612,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.