Canaan, NH

New Hampshire · Sullivan County

Canaan is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 205.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

1.6 /5.0

D Poor

205 Population 301/sq mi density

$958 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

43°F Avg Temperature

26 Violent Crime/100K 315 property/100K

Overall

1.6 / 5.0

Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

26 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

15.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Violent Crime 26/100K

93% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.4%

54% lower than US avg

Median Rent $958

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.0%

13% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Canaan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population205

Median Age32.2 yrs

Density301/mi²

Male / Female38% / 62%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

Per Capita$36,020

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,200M

Commute22 min

Housing

Rent$958

Ownership34.5%

Zillow$394,595

Housing Units230

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

Violent26/100K

Property315/100K

Health

Obesity28.0%

Uninsured4.9%

Smoking14.1%

Depression27.6%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

Rain40.2 in/yr

Elevation950 ft (290 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+6.8%

School Score5.92

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%

Commute22 min

Broadband82.4%

EV Stations4

Libraries14

Is Canaan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canaan receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Canaan faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Canaan is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 315 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Canaan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 60.6 inches of snow.

Canaan has a population of 205 with a density of 301 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 62% female and 38% male. The city is predominantly White (88.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 7.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

205

Total Population

2023 Census

301

People / sq mi

32.2yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%

Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Canaan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.1%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.2%

61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canaan vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $36,020. The average weekly wage is $1,117, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,202 business establishments, including 71 restaurants. The cost of living index is 104.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Canaan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$36,020
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,117
IRS Avg AGI	$89,013
Gini Index	0.486 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,202
County GDP	$2,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants	71
Healthcare	86
Retail	159
Manufacturing	75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$12,767
	265% above US avg
Cost of Living	104.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.0 min
Drive Alone	58.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $394,595. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $170,000 with homes selling in an average of 112 days. Homes sell for 103% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,422 for a one-bedroom to $1,851 for a two-bedroom apartment. 34.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 230 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $12,767 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$394,595
Redfin Median Sale	$170,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median Sale Price	$170,000
$/Sq Ft	$157
Homes Sold	1
Days on Market	112 days
Sale-to-List Ratio	103.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$958
	18% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,322
1 Bedroom	$1,422
2 Bedrooms	$1,851
3 Bedrooms	$2,386
4 Bedrooms	$2,650

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	34.5%
Owner-Occupied	34.5%
Renter-Occupied	65.5%
Housing Units	230
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$12,767
	265% above US avg

In Canaan, 28.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 28.0% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 16.6% report binge drinking. 21.5% are physically inactive. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 4.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,404. The dentist ratio is 1:2,586. 75.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Canaan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.0%
	13% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	28.0%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	21.5%
Depression	27.6%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	12.2%
Short Sleep	33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.1%
Uninsured	4.9%
	43% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,404
Dentists	1:2,586
Mental Health	1:440
Checkup Rate	71.3%
Dental Visits	63.9%
Premature Death	8,143/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	75.0%
Healthcare Facilities	86

Canaan has a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 315 per 100,000, 84% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Canaan receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Canaan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	26.3/100K
	93% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	315.0/100K
	84% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Canaan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. The area receives 60.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 950 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	43.2°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation	950 ft (290 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	301/sq mi
Coordinates	43.6503°N, 72.0160°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Sullivan County County
Nearest Airport	Rutland/Southern Vermont Regional (RUT) 47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"

6% above US avg

Snowfall 60.6"

Wettest Month (Oct) 4.51"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.55"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	37.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	14.1 / 100
Community Resilience	69.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on Jan 27, 2025.

Oct 16, 2012	5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine	M4.7	110 km
Jun 16, 1995	8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire	M3.8	71 km
Aug 21, 1996	12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire	M3.8	80 km
Jan 27, 2025	9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine	M3.8	134 km
Oct 2, 1994	6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.7	147 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	51 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	144 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	50 km
Jan 10, 1999	2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.1	123 km
Mar 11, 2020	0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York	M3.1	137 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	99 km
Jan 10, 1999	1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.0	122 km
Nov 20, 1994	4 km WNW of Norway, Maine	M3.0	131 km
Feb 4, 2022	0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire	M2.9	106 km
Apr 25, 2023	4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire	M2.9	45 km
May 14, 2007	5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont	M2.8	99 km
Mar 21, 2016	4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire	M2.8	47 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	90 km
Mar 23, 1992	5 km SE of Hill, New Hampshire	M2.8	34 km
Feb 13, 1998	1 km SSE of Tamworth, New Hampshire	M2.7	65 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	170 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	205 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

92 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 23 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 25, 1969	EF3	35 km	0
Aug 20, 1968	EF3	88 km	0
May 20, 1963	EF3	84 km	0
Jul 24, 2008	EF2	80 km	1
Jun 5, 2002	EF2	78 km	0
Jul 6, 1999	EF2	68 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	69 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	79 km	0
Jun 22, 1981	EF2	73 km	0
May 11, 1973	EF2	10 km	0
Jul 3, 1972	EF2	54 km	0
Jun 6, 1969	EF2	85 km	0
Jul 17, 1968	EF2	93 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	40 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	54 km	0
Aug 13, 1963	EF2	92 km	0
Jul 18, 1963	EF2	66 km	0
Jun 9, 1963	EF2	84 km	0
May 14, 1963	EF2	91 km	0
Jul 9, 1962	EF2	58 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	18°F (-8°C)	2.9 in	Coldest
February	20°F (-7°C)	2.6 in	Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	3.1 in
April	41°F (5°C)	3.2 in
May	53°F (12°C)	3.2 in
June	62°F (17°C)	4.2 in
July	67°F (19°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.3 in
September	58°F (14°C)	3.2 in
October	45°F (7°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
November	35°F (2°C)	3.1 in
December	25°F (-4°C)	3.0 in

Canaan has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 18°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.6").

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Canaan is located in Sullivan County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, a smaller urban community. 15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.8% of the vote, a 0.7-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 86 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 58.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%

D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.4%
	54% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	6.8%
School Test Score	5.92

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K
Population Density	301/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi
County	Sullivan County County

Services

Broadband Access	82.4%
Avg Download Speed	84.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	6.4 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	86
Restaurants	71
Retail Stores	159

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.0 min
Drive Alone	58.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.7%

Average costs for common services in Canaan. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$261 ($156-$417)
Specialist Visit	$365 ($208-$573)
Urgent Care Visit	$208 ($104-$365)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,292 ($834-$5,210)
Dental Cleaning	$135 ($78-$208)
Dental Filling	$261 ($156-$417)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$47 ($26-$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$78 ($52-$125)
Brake Pad Replacement	$313 ($156-$521)
Tire Rotation	$42 ($21-$78)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$625 ($417-$1,042)
Battery Replacement	$208 ($104-$365)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$104 ($63-$156)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$94 ($52-$146)
HVAC Repair	$417 ($156-$834)
HVAC System Install	$7,294 ($4,168-$12,504)
Roof Repair	$1,042 ($417-$2,084)
Roof Replacement	$9,378 ($5,731-$15,630)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,563 ($521-$3,647)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,630 ($5,210-$31,260)
DUI Defense	$5,210 ($2,084-$10,420)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,563 ($834-$3,126)
Will Preparation	$521 ($208-$1,042)
Trust Preparation	$2,605 ($1,042-$5,210)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16-$47)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31-$104)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$156 ($78-$261)
Manicure	$26 ($16-$47)
Pedicure	$42 ($26-$68)
Massage (1 Hour)	$83 ($52-$135)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.27 ($3.13-$5.73)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.65 ($2.61-$5.21)
Loaf of Bread	$3.96 ($2.61-$5.73)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.69 ($3.13-$6.77)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.73 ($4.17-$7.82)
Rice (per lb)	$1.04 ($0.63-$1.88)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$146 ($83-$261)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$73 ($31-$156)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$73 ($42-$125)
Internet (Monthly)	$73 ($42-$104)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$68 ($31-$104)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$89 ($52-$156)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$208 ($78-$521)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,084 ($1,250-$3,647)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$73 ($31-$135)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.34-$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$104 ($31-$261)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($16-$78)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,250 ($625-$2,605)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,042 ($521-$2,084)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$417 ($208-$729)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26-$104)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,042 ($417-$2,605)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,025 ($5,210-$31,260)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$63 ($31-$104)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$104 ($52-$208)
Dog Grooming	$63 ($31-$104)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$42 ($21-$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$313 ($156-$521)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$208 ($104-$417)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,237
Toddler	$1,173
Preschool	$1,029
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$853
Toddler	$796
Preschool	$796

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sullivan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	3,164	79	$78,610	2.78
Retail Trade	2,370	143	$42,174	1.71
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,432	122	$54,059	0.72
Accommodation & Food Services	901	76	$27,630	0.71
Construction	620	148	$61,690	0.85
Administrative & Waste Services	578	93	$47,099	0.71
Professional & Technical Services	420	81	$91,328	0.44
Educational Services	406	20	$53,605	1.42
Other Services	314	100	$49,028	0.75
Finance & Insurance	288	32	$76,047	0.51
Wholesale Trade	257	49	$81,940	0.47
Transportation & Warehousing	187	31	$49,045	0.32
Arts & Entertainment	122	17	$38,376	0.52
Real Estate	110	34	$45,261	0.51
Utilities	89	6	$130,489	1.69
Information & Technology	78	15	$72,662	0.30
Management of Companies	76	9	$136,776	0.33
Unclassified	27	12	$35,584	1.40

Schools in Canaan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Mascoma Valley Regional High School	High	338	28	12.1:1
Indian River School	Middle	313	29	10.8:1
Canaan Elementary School	Elementary	225	20	11.3:1

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Radio Stations near Canaan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
New Hampshire Public Radio HD2 Classical	-	AAC 192 kbps
The Pulse of NH	news, news talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
WNTK News Talk 99.7	news, talk	MP3 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Canaan

10 campgrounds found near Canaan.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Stoughton Pond Rec Area	5.0/5	1	$65
ELM BROOK PARK REC AREA	4.8/5	4	$60, $110
Hancock Campground (NH)	4.8/5	54	$30
NORTH HARTLAND LAKE BEACH (VT)	4.7/5	3	$65, $85
Big Rock	4.4/5	27	$30
Wildwood	4.4/5	25	$24
RUSSELL POND CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	65	$30
CAMPTON CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	55	$30
OSCEOLA VISTA CAMPGROUND	4.0/5	12	$50
UNION VILLAGE DAM PICNIC AREA (VT)	4.0/5	1	$65

National Parks Near Canaan

73 national parks and monuments found near Canaan.

Park	Type	Fee
Ainsworth State Park	State Park	Free
Allis State Park	State Park	Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park	State Park	Free
Ascutney State Park	State Park	Free
Camels Hump State Park	State Park	Free
Camp Plymouth State Park	State Park	Free
Carroll Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Cathedral Ledge State Park	State Park	Free
Crawford Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Crosby Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Darling State Park	State Park	Free
Dutton Pines State Park	State Park	Free
Eames State Park	State Park	Free
Echo Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Eisenhower Memorial Area	State Park	Free
Ellacoya State Park	State Park	Free
Elmore State Park	State Park	Free
Emerald Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Dummer State Park	State Park	Free
Franconia Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Franconia Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Governors State Park	State Park	Free
Green River Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Greenfield State Park	State Park	Free
Jamaica State Park	State Park	Free
Jericho Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Kingston State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tarleton State Park	State Park	Free
Lawrence Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lawrence Riverfront State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed	State Park	Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Milan Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Miller State Park	State Park	Free
Molly Stark State Park	State Park	Free
Molly’s Falls Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Muckross	State Park	Free
Northwood Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Norwich Water Access State Park	State Park	Free
Pawtuckaway State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Quechee State Park	State Park	Free
Rhododendron State Park	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rollins State Park	State Park	Free
Rood State Park	State Park	Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Sugar River Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Sunapee State Park	State Park	Free
Sweet Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Wadleigh State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Weeks State Park	State Park	Free
Wellington State Park	State Park	Free
Wentworth State Park	State Park	Free
White Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Wilgus State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Canaan

10 trails found near Canaan.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
APPALACHIAN	35.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
C-5 THISTLE HILL AT CROSSING	0.5	SNOW	-	-	-
C-5 BUNKER HILL AT CROSSING	0.4	SNOW	-	-	-
C-5 ILLSLEY ROAD AT CROSSING	0.3	SNOW	-	-	-
TUCKER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
C-5 GRIGGS MOUNTAIN AT X-ING	0.3	SNOW	-	-	-
C-5 BUNKER HILL AT CROSSING	0.3	SNOW	-	-	-
C-5 LLOYD'S AT CROSSING	0.1	SNOW	-	-	-
THISTLE HILL SHELTER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
HAPPY HILL SHELTER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-

Historical Trends - Canaan

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	574	$36,029
2015	501	$46,250
2017	481	$72,917
2019	342	-
2021	204	$83,043
2023	205	-

Museums in Canaan

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MARIAN GRAVES MUGAR GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$70,951,105
CHOSEN VALE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6036324838	$448,408
CAMPAIGN FOR THE MARY ROSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$77,525
NEW LONDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6035266564	$58,729
STORY PRESERVATION INITIATIVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6037355931	$43,325
AIDRON DUCKWORTH ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM	21 BEAN ROAD	6034693444	$39,130
THETFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	16 LIBRARY RD	8027852068	$35,460
ANDOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6037355628	$16,681
GRANTHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$9,183
ALEXANDRIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CANAAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DANBURY NEW HAMPSHIRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE SUNAPEE SNOWMOBILE CLUB	GENERAL MUSEUM
NEW HAMPSHIRE FIRE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 2115	6036324998
ORFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6033539307
PUPPETREE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8027853031
SPRINGFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6034965462
TOWNSHIP OF GRAFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WENTWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Canaan

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY	9 EAST PARK STREET	187,863
TRACY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	304 MAIN STREET	78,433
DUNBAR FREE LIBRARY	401 ROUTE 10 SOUTH	32,747
CONVERSE FREE LIBRARY	38 UNION STREET	19,774
ENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	23 MAIN STREET	15,840
CANAAN TOWN LIBRARY	1173 U.S. RT 4	15,600
LATHAM MEMORIAL	16 LIBRARY LN.	12,220
WILMOT PUBLIC LIBRARY	11 NORTH WILMOT ROAD	6,377
MERIDEN LIBRARY	22 BEAN ROAD	6,338
BYRON G. MERRILL LIBRARY	10 BUFFALO ROAD	5,464
ANDOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY	11 SCHOOL STREET	5,140
HANOVER TOWN LIBRARY	130 ETNA ROAD	4,251
GRAFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	47 LIBRARY ROAD	3,424
GROTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	754 NORTH GROTON ROAD	3,152
LIBBIE A. CASS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	2748 MAIN STREET	2,980
ORFORD FREE LIBRARY	2539 ROUTE 25A	2,260
GEORGE PEABODY	7922 RTE. 113	1,300
WEBSTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	20 WENTWORTH VILLAGE ROAD	1,023
GEORGE GAMBLE LIBRARY	29 ROUTE 104	875
HEBRON PUBLIC LIBRARY	8 CHURCH LANE	746
HAYNES LIBRARY	33 WASHBURN ROAD	125

Farmers Markets in Canaan

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Canaan Farmers' Market		05/24/2015 to 10/11/2015	Sun: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Danbury Winter Market	15 North Road	11/01/2014 to 05/02/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Enfield Farmers Market	Huse Park	May to October	Sat:10:00 am - 1:00 pm;
Lebanon Farmers' Market	51 North Park St	05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Market on the Green	Main Street on the Town Common	06/18/2014 to 09/03/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Wilmot Farmers Market	Town Green				Visit

Restaurants in Canaan

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canaan Village PIzza

Chappy's

Golden Ming

Poor House Bar-B-Q

Red Wagon Bakery

Gas Stations in Canaan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Irving

Banks in Canaan

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mascoma Bank

Gyms in Canaan

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Johnson-Wakely Fitness Center

Breweries in Canaan

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Lebanon Cafe-hm Brew Supl Store	Health & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Vitamins & Food Supplements Retail, Bre	90 Hanover St

Ski Resorts Near Canaan

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Okemo	70.0	20	1,019	$86	November - April	Yes	Yes
Bretton Woods	56.0	10	945	$76	November - April	Yes	Yes

Cell Towers in Canaan

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
344 Rt 244	MTOWER	31
344 Rt 244	MTOWER	31

Fire Stations in Canaan

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Canaan Fire Department	62 NH Route 118	Volunteer			603-523-4850
Grafton Volunteer Fire Department	5 Library RD	Volunteer			603-523-7500

Bridges in Canaan

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	2004	67	6,828	G
Frame	Concrete	1930	48	5,839	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1978	95	5,839	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1937	100	3,351	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	204	3,351	G
Culvert	Concrete	1942	41	2,550	F
Culvert	Concrete	1941	28	1,822	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	56	1,822	G
Slab	Concrete	1928	23	1,822	G
Frame	Concrete	1948	27	1,674	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	47	1,408	G
Frame	Concrete	1948	35	1,408	P
Frame	Concrete	1946	35	1,292	G
Frame	Concrete	1936	38	691	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	54	624	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	42	605	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	51	404	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2011	34	328	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1949	80	141	F
Frame	Concrete	1985	40	140	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	25	139	F
Culvert	Concrete	1995	37	118	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	40	103	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2013	50	90	G
Frame	Concrete	1991	40	90	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	25	90	F
Culvert	Steel	1989	22	90	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	27	90	F
Culvert	Steel	2018	24	90	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1937	45	90	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	67	90	G
Other	Steel	1999	90	90	G
Slab	Concrete	1980	40	90	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2003	35	90	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1988	40	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	42	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	24	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	28	90	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2010	53	90	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2023	38	90	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	1947	32	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	28	90	F
Culvert	Steel	1970	22	90	F
Slab	Concrete	2018	27	74	G
Frame	Concrete	1973	41	70	G
Frame	Concrete	1976	40	55	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1937	44	49	G
Slab	Concrete	1975	30	44	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1928	112	21	F

Airports Near Canaan

43 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Concord Municipal Airport	CON	Medium Airport
Edward F Knapp State Airport	MPV	Medium Airport
Lebanon Municipal Airport	LEB	Medium Airport
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport	MHT	Medium Airport
Blue Puffin Farm Heliport	-	Small Airport
Bradley Field	-	Small Airport
Brandon Airport	-	Small Airport
Carriers Skypark Airport	-	Small Airport
Catamount Airfield	-	Small Airport
Claremont Municipal Airport	CNH	Small Airport
Cooper Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Country Club Air Park	-	Small Airport
Dean Memorial Airport	-	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	-	Small Airport
Franconia Airport	-	Small Airport
Frank D. Comerford Airport	-	Small Airport
Gile Pond Airport	-	Small Airport
Hartness State Airport	VSF	Small Airport
Hawthorne Feather Airpark	-	Small Airport
Holloway Airport	-	Small Airport
Huff Memorial Airport	-	Small Airport
Intervale Airport	-	Small Airport
Laconia Municipal Airport	LCI	Small Airport
Major W. Guth STOLport	-	Small Airport
Moore Airfield	-	Small Airport
Moultonborough Airport	-	Small Airport
Mount Washington Regional Airport	HIE	Small Airport
Newfound Valley Airport	-	Small Airport
North Windham Airport	-	Small Airport
Onyon Airport	-	Small Airport
Parlin Field	NWH	Small Airport
Pilgrim's Home Airfield	-	Small Airport
Plymouth Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Post Mills Airport	-	Small Airport
Santa's Airport	-	Small Airport
Sky View Acres Airport	-	Small Airport
Smith Airport	-	Small Airport
Surette Heliport	-	Small Airport
Tucker Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Twin Mountain Airport	-	Small Airport
Ward Field	-	Small Airport
Wentworth Aerodrome Airport	-	Small Airport
Windswept Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Canaan

7 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Grafton Police Department
Grantham Police
Hebron Police Department	37 Groton Road
Lyme Police
New London Police Station	25 Seamans Road
Rumney Police Station
Springfield Police

Grocery Stores in Canaan

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Canaan Farmers And Artisans' Market 773946	Farmers and Markets	0 On The Common Ln
DOLLAR GENERAL 19482	Other	6 NH Route 25a
Dollar General Store 16772	Other	1024 Macoma Valley Rd
Papa Z's	Grocery Store	70 NH Route 118

Treatment Centers in Canaan

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Better Life Partners	Substance Abuse	866-679-0831
HALO Educational Systems	Substance Abuse	603-523-8804
Headrest - Low Intensity Residential	Substance Abuse	603-448-4872 x115

DOL Wage Violations in Canaan

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $47 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

Violations

$47

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Canaan Village Pizza	-	-	03741	-	1	$47	$47	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Canaan

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A SACRED PLACE INC	970 NH ROUTE 118
ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	PO BOX 475
FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP INC	RR 2
OLD NORTH CHURCH OF CANAAN N H	468 CANAAN ST

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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors

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UFO Sightings Near Canaan

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Canaan.

Name	Year	Description
Canaan, NH	2009	it was a cigar shaped UFO with three lights&#44 two sometimes white or blue and one always red.

Mines Near Canaan

1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Canaan.

Name	Description
Grafton Pit	Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Intermittent)

Waterfalls Near Canaan

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Canaan.

Name	Description
Elizabeth Falls

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canaan

What is the population of Canaan?

Canaan has a population of 205 residents and is located in New Hampshire. The population density is 301 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 62% female and 38% male.

Is Canaan expensive to live in?

Canaan has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 104.2 (baseline: 100). Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Canaan safe?

Canaan is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 26 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 315 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Canaan receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Canaan?

Canaan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 60.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Canaan?

The job market in Canaan is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,117. There are 1,202 business establishments in the area, including 71 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 8.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Canaan?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $958. Fair market rent is $1,422 for a 1-bedroom and $1,851 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 34.5%. The average annual property tax is $12,767.

How are the schools in Canaan?

Schools in Canaan score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.4% of adults in Canaan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Canaan?

The obesity rate in Canaan is 28.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 75.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,404.

What is transportation like in Canaan?

The average commute in Canaan is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 58.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Canaan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Canaan is 88.3% White. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 7.3% of residents have a disability. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Enfield, NH 1,917 pop · 6.6 mi Lebanon, NH 14,759 pop · 11.9 mi Hanover, NH 8,520 pop · 13.5 mi Bristol, NH 2,157 pop · 14.5 mi Norwich, VT 1,081 pop · 15.2 mi Wilder, VT 3,394 pop · 15.3 mi White River Junction, VT 2,878 pop · 15.7 mi New London, NH 1,398 pop · 16.3 mi Plymouth, NH 4,877 pop · 16.8 mi Ashland, NH 1,417 pop · 19.3 mi Newport, NH 5,185 pop · 21.3 mi Franklin, NH 8,757 pop · 22.0 mi Windsor, VT 1,961 pop · 22.2 mi Claremont, NH 13,054 pop · 24.2 mi

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