Canaan, NH

New Hampshire

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

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
205 Population 301/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,020 per capita
N/A Home Value $374,605 Zillow
$958 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,020
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,200M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$374,605

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation950 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute22 min
Libraries14

Is Canaan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canaan receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Canaan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Canaan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 60.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Canaan has a population of 205 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 11.7% Hispanic.

Population

205
Total Population
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 Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canaan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canaan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Canaan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,020
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$89,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$2,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare86
Retail159
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $374,605.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$374,605

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied34.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
In Canaan, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death8,143/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Canaan has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall60.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation950 ft (290 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates43.6503°N, 72.0160°W
County FIPS33019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.29
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density301/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants71
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home8.7%

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