| ZIP Code | 03862 |
|---|---|
| City | North Hampton |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 62 ft |
| Latitude | 42.979934 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.829441 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 2.9% ▼ 71% below avg |
| College Grads | 60.9% ▲ 57% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 92 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 675 (20%) |
| Some College | 209 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 347 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 297 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,761 (52.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $136,170 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $611,800 ▲ 119% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,950/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,311 |
| Vacant Units | 254 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,311 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 254 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 03862 is located in North Hampton, New Hampshire, within Rockingham County. With a population of 4,563, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.4 years. Economically, 03862 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $136,170 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03862 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $611,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,950 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 03862 is primarily White (87.51%). Residents are highly educated — 60.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.9%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03862 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 03862 in North Hampton, NH is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,563 residents, a median household income of $136,170, and a median home value of $611,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.