Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 166 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,985 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 5,952 (12%) |
| Associates | 6,801 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 6,272 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,313 (33%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,959 ▲ 14% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $335,844 ▲ 20% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,161/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 40,717 |
| Vacant Units | 12,730 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Belknap County is located in New Hampshire and encompasses 19 ZIP codes spanning 16 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,229 residents. With a median age of 47.73, it is a mature county.
Belknap County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $86,958 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.6%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Belknap County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $335,844 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,161. Homeownership rates are high at 78.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Belknap County are primarily White (93%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Belknap County, NH is a middle-income area in New Hampshire. The 19 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03809 | Alton | 3,684 | $92,278 | $331,900 | $616 | 2.9% | 44.9% |
| 03810 | Alton Bay | 2,269 | $143,102 | $572,900 | — | 1.3% | 60.5% |
| 03218 | Barnstead | 1,202 | $97,669 | $305,200 | $1,302 | 0.0% | 43.5% |
| 03220 | Belmont | 7,376 | $78,151 | $265,000 | $1,151 | 1.2% | 34.6% |
| 03225 | Center Barnstead | 3,770 | $97,109 | $308,600 | $1,399 | 1.8% | 45.2% |
| 03226 | Center Harbor | 998 | $119,375 | $388,100 | — | 0.0% | 46.6% |
| 03249 | Gilford | 7,785 | $115,423 | $388,700 | $1,308 | 1.3% | 54.4% |
| 03237 | Gilmanton | 2,313 | $107,353 | $317,600 | — | 0.5% | 53.4% |
| 03837 | Gilmanton Iron Works | 1,684 | $116,605 | $365,700 | — | 1.6% | 54.3% |
| 03246 | Laconia | 17,006 | $68,407 | $307,800 | $1,180 | 3.8% | 42.5% |
| 03253 | Meredith | 6,677 | $69,808 | $444,500 | $1,230 | 3.7% | 50.7% |
| 03256 | New Hampton | 2,473 | $83,804 | $363,200 | $1,125 | 0.5% | 44.6% |
| 03269 | Sanbornton | 2,946 | $94,821 | $392,900 | $1,302 | 3.8% | 54.3% |
| 03276 | Tilton | 9,046 | $79,270 | $245,500 | $1,024 | 3.7% | 39.4% |