Berlin, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Coos County County
Berlin, NH
At a Glance
How Berlin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Berlin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Berlin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Berlin residents earn a median household income of $43,972 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,544. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,043 business establishments, including 110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Berlin is $113,500 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,545. Median rent is $804/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 104.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Berlin reports 127 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,762/100K.
Education
14.2% of adults in Berlin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Berlin has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.