Center Ossipee, NH

New Hampshire

Center Ossipee is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 500. Residents earn $43,929 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
500 Population 500/sq mi density
$43,929 Median Income $24,815 per capita
$240,000 Home Value
$1,551 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,929 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$240,000 home value, $1,551/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,929
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $240,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,551
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population500
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,929
Per Capita$24,815
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$3,405M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$240,000
Rent$1,551
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation533 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+69.1%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute24 min
Libraries16

Is Center Ossipee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Center Ossipee receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Center Ossipee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Center Ossipee is $43,929, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Center Ossipee is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,551 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Center Ossipee 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 52.4 inches, including 83.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Center Ossipee has a population of 500 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

500
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Center Ossipee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Center Ossipee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Center Ossipee is $43,929, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Center Ossipee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,929
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,815
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$108,432

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,127
County GDP$3,405M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare140
Retail343
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,799
209% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Center Ossipee is $240,000, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,551 (33% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,000
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,551
33% above 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-Occupied33.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,799
209% above US avg
Effective Rate4.50%
In Center Ossipee, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Center Ossipee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death7,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access71.7%
Healthcare Facilities140

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Center Ossipee has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.4 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall83.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation533 ft (162 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates43.7542°N, 71.1508°W
County FIPS33003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.5%
D 48.8%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+69.1%
School Test Score6.29
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities140
Restaurants307
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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