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Charlestown, NH
New Hampshire · Sullivan County
Charlestown is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 879.
Data updated April 2026
1.7
/5.0
D
Poor
879
Population
925/sq mi density
$92,500
Home Value
$291,720 Zillow
$1,147
Median Rent
38.8% income on rent
46°F
Avg Temperature
246 sunny days/yr
160
Violent Crime/100K
360 property/100K
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
160 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Home Value
$92,500
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
160/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,147
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
28.2%
127% higher than US avg
How Charlestown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population879
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density925/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans13.5%
Economy
Per Capita$30,360
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.2%
County GDP$2,200M
Commute24 min
Housing
Home Value$92,500
Rent$1,147
Ownership58.1%
Zillow$291,720
Housing Units684
Rent Burden38.8%
Crime
FViolent160/100K
Property360/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault160/100K
Burglary100/100K
Health
Obesity34.8%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking15.0%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation388 ft (118 m)
Education
CBachelor's+16.9%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+0.2%
School Score5.92
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute24 min
Broadband65.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries14
Is Charlestown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Charlestown receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Charlestown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Charlestown is $92,500, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,147 per month.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Charlestown is below the national average at 160 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 360 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.
Education
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Charlestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Charlestown has a population of 879 with a density of 925 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.9% female and 44.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.9% of residents. 13.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.
Population
879
Total Population
925
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Charlestown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Charlestown vs U.S. Average
Per capita income is $30,360 (below the $39,052 national figure). 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). 28.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 24 minutes. 4.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Charlestown vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Per Capita Income | $30,360 |
| 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 | 28.2% |
| 127% above 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) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 13.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 56.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
Walkability
The median home value in Charlestown is $92,500, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,720, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,147 (1% 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. 58.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 684 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $12,767 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $92,500 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $291,720 |
| Median List Price | $529,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $529,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $821 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,147 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 38.8% |
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 | 58.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 41.9% |
| Housing Units | 684 |
| Median Year Built | 1938 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,767 |
| 265% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 13.80% |
In Charlestown, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 24.6% are physically inactive. 27.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 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: Charlestown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.0% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Short Sleep | 36.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| Uninsured | 8.7% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,404 |
| Dentists | 1:2,586 |
| Mental Health | 1:440 |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Dental Visits | 58.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,143/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 75.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 86 |
Charlestown has a violent crime rate of 160 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 160.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 360 per 100,000, 82% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 260, burglary at 100, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Charlestown receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Charlestown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 160.1/100K |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 160.1/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 360.1/100K |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 100.0/100K |
| Theft | 260.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 20.0/100K |
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 |
Charlestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 388 feet.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 388 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 925/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2355°N, 72.4225°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Sullivan County County |
| Nearest Airport | Rutland/Southern Vermont Regional (RUT) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
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)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in |
Charlestown has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.8").
Charlestown is located in Sullivan County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 16.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 50% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 0.2% 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. 65.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 86 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 56.9% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
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+ | 16.9% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.92 |
C
Education Grade (2.4/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 925/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| County | Sullivan County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 65.9% |
| Avg Download Speed | 84.0 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 6.4 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 86 |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Retail Stores | 159 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 56.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
Average costs for common services in Charlestown. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 Charlestown
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown Primary School | Elementary | 218 | 22 | 9.9:1 |
| Charlestown Middle School | Middle | 137 | 11 | 12.5:1 |
| N. Charlestown Community School | Elementary | 61 | 7 | 8.7:1 |
| Acworth Elementary School | Elementary | 31 | 2 | 15.5:1 |
Radio Stations near Charlestown
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKNH Keene | alternative rock, bluegrass | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WNTK News Talk 99.7 | news, talk | MP3 64 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Charlestown
8 campgrounds found near Charlestown.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoughton Pond Rec Area | 5.0/5 | 1 | $65 |
| NORTH HARTLAND LAKE BEACH (VT) | 4.7/5 | 3 | $65–$85 |
| Winhall Brook Camping Area | 4.7/5 | 111 | $24–$30 |
| HAPGOOD POND | 4.6/5 | 30 | $20–$50 |
| Otter Brook Lake Recreation Area | 4.5/5 | 3 | $30–$85 |
| Edward MacDowell Lake Day Use Facilities | 4.4/5 | 2 | $60–$100 |
| SURRY MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH | 4.4/5 | 3 | $35–$85 |
| Townshend Lake Recreation Area | 4.0/5 | 3 | $70–$90 |
National Parks Near Charlestown
87 national parks and monuments found near Charlestown.
| 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 |
| Ashland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Balance Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bates Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bomoseen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Branbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Button Bay State Park | State Park | Free |
| C.M. Gardner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Callahan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Plymouth State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cherry Plain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clarksburg State Park | State Park | Free |
| Coltsville National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Crosby Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| D.A.R. State Park | State Park | Free |
| Deer Hill State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Dunn State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dutton Pines State Park | State Park | Free |
| Emerald Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Fort Dummer State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fountain Pond Park | State Park | Free |
| Franconia Notch State Park | State Park | Free |
| Franconia Notch State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gardner Heritage 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 |
| Greenfield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hopkinton State Park | State Park | Free |
| J.A. Skinner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jamaica State Park | State Park | Free |
| Johnny Appleseed State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Lauderdale Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake St. Catherine State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Tarleton State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Wyola State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lost Lake Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Lowell Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Miller State Park | State Park | Free |
| Molly Stark State Park | State Park | Free |
| Monadnock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Monadnock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moore State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Greylock State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Holyoke Range State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Muckross | State Park | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| New England National Scenic Trail | National Scenic Trail | Free |
| Norwich Water Access 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 |
| Quechee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Quinsigamond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rhododendron State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rollins State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rutland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park | National Historical Park | $10 |
| Shaftsbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Sugar River Recreational Trail | State Park | Free |
| Sunapee State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sweet Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Taconic Mountains Ramble | State Park | Free |
| Taconic Trail State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wachusett Mountain State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Wadleigh State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wahconah Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warren Recreational Trail | State Park | Free |
| Wellington State Park | State Park | Free |
| Western Gateway Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Weybridge Cave State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wilgus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Woodford State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Charlestown
194+ trails found near Charlestown.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APPALACHIAN | 35.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL/LONG TRAIL | 19.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LONG | 17.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 7.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN | 4.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| THE DARNING NEEDLE | 3.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEERFIELD RIDGE | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROUND ROBIN (C-7) | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| VELOMONT - PESKY CAIRN | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN | 2.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TEN KILNS | 2.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| LEFFERTS POND | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| LEFFERTS POND | 2.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROUND ROBIN (C-7) | 2.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UPPER LITTLE MICHIGAN | 2.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SHERBURNER | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| DOVER HILLS C100 | 2.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILLARD MOUNTAIN | 2.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UTLEY BROOK | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UTLEY BROOK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WARDSBORO 710 | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MOSES POND | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| MOSES POND | 1.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| JONES BROOK WEST | 1.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CANTY | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MEADOW BROOK | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-4/7 SARGENT BROOK AT X-ING | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 10 | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 10 | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-12 CHATEAUGUAY RD AT X-ING | 1.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| JENNY COOLIDGE | 1.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SWEDES-01 | 1.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT SOUTH POND CONNECTOR | 1.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OHLY ROLLER | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WILD WINGS - BLUE JAY | 1.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| JENNY COOLIDGE | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROOTBEER RIDGE | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| LITTLE MICHIGAN | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| LITTLE MICHIGAN | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - OLD TURNPIKE RD | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 10 | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SHERBURNER | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| GREENDALE | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 60 | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SWEDE | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| JONES BROOK EAST | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| GREENDALE NORTH | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WALLINGFORD POND | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROOTBEER RIDGE | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - LOON | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAPGOOD NATURE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEAVER MEADOWS | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 60 | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - SNOW GOOSE | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MEADOW BROOK PARKING ACCESS | 0.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MIND ERASER | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| WILDER | 0.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROOTBEER RIDGE | 0.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 60 | 0.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CLEMENT SHELTER ROAD C4/7 CONN | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - PERU | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| STONE PLACE | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| STONE PLACE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEER LEAP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| UTLEY BROOK | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| UTLEY BROOK | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CEMETERY RUN | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FIFIELD | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| PACA'S PATH | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| HAPPY FRENCH | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UTLEY EAST | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MOSES POND ROAD | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEVILS DEN | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BEAVER MEADOWS | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEERFIELD RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WAITE HILL | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEERFIELD RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOVER HILLS C100 | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - MENDON BROOK | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROOTBEER RIDGE | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| UTLEY EAST | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| POND VIEW | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CATAMOUNT - TIN SHANTY | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-5 THISTLE HILL AT CROSSING | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BINNEY BROOK | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - BREWERS CORNER | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| JENNY COOLIDGE | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| JENNY COOLIDGE | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - CHICKADEE | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-5 BUNKER HILL AT CROSSING | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SHERBURNER | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - LAKESIDE DRIVE | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DANA HILL | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - WOODCOCK | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MEADOW BROOK | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BUCKLIN | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SWEDES-04 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - TELEMARK | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| FR 10 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SWEDES-05 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-5 ILLSLEY ROAD AT CROSSING | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TUCKER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SOMERSET/DOVER CONNECT C7/100 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - SNOWSHOE | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - MACCUAIG'S FIELD | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SHERBURNE PASS | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| C-5 GRIGGS MOUNTAIN AT X-ING | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-5 BUNKER HILL AT CROSSING | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - 30 TO 11 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - CHICKADEE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST RIVER CCC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOVER HILLS C100 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| VALLEY C100 | 0.2 | — | — | — | |
| BRIDGEWATER HOLLOW C-12 AT X | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - SOUTH RIDGE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - NORTH RIDGE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-100 QUIMBY MOUNTAIN AT X-ING | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| STONE PLACE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| STONE PLACE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | Yes | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CANTY | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FR 10 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARDSBORO 710 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WALLINGFORD POND SPUR B | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - SOUTH RIDGE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DOVER HILLS C100 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROUND ROBIN (C-7) | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| DEER LEAP | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WINTURRI SHELTER | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MEADOW BROOK | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - CHICKADEE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - SNOWSHOE | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| C-5 LLOYD'S AT CROSSING | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CATAMOUNT - PERU | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| SWEDES-03 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEER LEAP OVERLOOK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| THISTLE HILL SHELTER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ROOTBEER RIDGE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| GREENDALE NORTH | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DEER LEAP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAYSTACK MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SHERBURNE PASS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JABEZ HILL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CEMETERY RUN | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAYSTACK MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HAPPY HILL SHELTER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - GREEN | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - POND PLUNGE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAYSTACK MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - ORCHARD | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| DOVER HILLS C100 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| TRIPLE TREE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CHURCHILL SCOTT SHELTER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - POND PLUNGE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| ROOTBEER RIDGE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MOUNTAIN MEADOWS | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - GOSHAWK | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CLARENDON SHELTER AT/LT | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STONEY BROOK SHELTER | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - LAKESIDE DRIVE | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - ORCHARD | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| THUNDERING FALLS | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WALLINGFORD POND SPUR A | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - POND PLUNGE | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAPGOOD CAMPGROUND SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MTN MEADOWS - LAKESIDE DRIVE | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CORRIDOR 7 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HAYSTACK MOUNTAIN | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WILD WINGS - GROUSE | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WILD WINGS -CHICKADEE SHORTCUT | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
Historical Trends — Charlestown
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,002 | $44,857 |
| 2015 | 1,020 | — |
| 2017 | 1,335 | $70,123 |
| 2019 | 1,065 | $75,778 |
| 2021 | 929 | — |
| 2023 | 879 | — |
Museums in Charlestown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEWPORT LIBRARY ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 6038633040 | $810,668 | |
| AMERICAN PRECISION MUSEUM ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 196 MAIN STREET | 8026745781 | $358,104 |
| BELLOWS FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 33 BRIDGE ST | $247,531 | |
| NATURE MUSEUM AT GRAFTON | HISTORY MUSEUM | 186 TOWNSHEND ROAD | 8028432111 | $174,966 |
| WALPOLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6037563449 | $95,175 | |
| GRAFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1 GRAFTON CMN | 5088390000 | $86,679 |
| HISTORIC WINDSOR | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 54 MAIN ST # L2 | 8026746752 | $83,136 |
| GALLERY AT THE VAULT | ART MUSEUM | 8028857111 | $48,395 | |
| ROCKINGHAM ARTS AND MUSEUM PROJECT LTE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8024633252 | $33,023 | |
| ACWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 37 | 6038356825 | $26,450 |
| PUTNEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 15 KIMBALL HILL | 8023874411 | $25,524 |
| WEST WINDSOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | ROUTE 44 | 8024847474 | $13,517 |
| CLAREMONT NEW HAMPSHIRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6035431400 | $2,723 | |
| TOWNSHEND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 72 MAIN STREET / ROUTE 119 | $1,564 | |
| ALSTEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6038356751 | ||
| CHARLESTOWN (NH) HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6038269726 | ||
| CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 230 MAIN ST | ||
| CORNISH COLONY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 147 MAIN STREET #300 | 8026746008 | |
| CORNISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8606720505 | ||
| CROYDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6038635353 | ||
| EUREKA SCHOOLHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8028283051 | ||
| FORT AT NO. 4 | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6038265700 | ||
| FRANKLIN MUSEUM OF NATURE AND THE HUMAN SPIRIT | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8026742093 | ||
| GILSUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6033521771 | ||
| HALIFAX HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 300 | 8023687490 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WINDHAM COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | ROUTE 30 MAIN STREET | 8023654148 | |
| LANGDON COVERED BRIDGE ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LEMPSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6038638180 | ||
| LEMPSTER MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 34 | ||
| MARLOW HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6034467421 | ||
| MAXFIELD PARRISH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| MILL HOLLOW HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| MILLER ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 9 ELM HILL | 8028852415 | |
| NORTH SCHOOL PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 49 MAIN STREET | 8028862730 | |
| NORTHERN HERITAGE MILLS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6038352386 | ||
| OLD CONSTITUTION HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8026723773 | ||
| OLD CONSTITUTION HOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 16 NORTH MAIN STREET | ||
| READING HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ROCKINGHAM FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8024634270 | ||
| ROCKINGHAM MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 11 MEETING HOUSE RD | 8024633456 | |
| SAXTONS RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8023766789 | ||
| SPRINGFIELD ART & HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8028852415 | ||
| UNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WEATHERSFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 2656 WEATHERSFIELD CENTER RD | 8022635230 | |
| WESTMINSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 110 MAIN ST | 9788745569 | |
| WESTMORELAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6033997075 |
Libraries in Charlestown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FISKE FREE LIBRARY | 108 BROAD STREET | 0.0 | 67,656 | |||
| RICHARDS FREE LIBRARY | 58 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 41,340 | |||
| ROCKINGHAM FREE PUBLIC | 65 WESTMINSTER ST. | 0.0 | 32,130 | |||
| SPRINGFIELD TOWN | 43 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 32,032 | |||
| WINDSOR PUBLIC | 43 STATE ST. | 0.0 | 19,864 | |||
| CAVENDISH FLETCHER COMMUNITY | 573 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 19,850 | |||
| WHITING | 117 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 18,668 | |||
| WALPOLE TOWN LIBRARY | 48 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 17,599 | |||
| SHEDD-PORTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 3 MAIN ST | 0.0 | 10,941 | |||
| SILSBY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 226 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 8,866 | |||
| MOORE FREE | 23 WEST ST. | 0.0 | 7,020 | |||
| TOWNSHEND PUBLIC | 1971 RTE. 30 | 0.0 | 5,616 | |||
| GRAFTON PUBLIC | 204 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 5,200 | |||
| WEATHERSFIELD PROCTOR | 5181 RTE. 5 | 0.0 | 4,472 | |||
| ACWORTH SILSBY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5 LYNN HILL ROAD | 0.0 | 3,697 | |||
| READING PUBLIC | 717 VT RTE 106 | 0.0 | 2,964 | |||
| WESTMINSTER WEST PUBLIC | 3409 WESTMINSTER W. RD. | 0.0 | 2,652 | |||
| BUTTERFIELD | 3435 US RTE. 5 | 0.0 | 2,548 | |||
| MARLOW TOWN LIBRARY | 12 CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 1,965 | |||
| UNITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 13 CENTER ROAD, UNIT 4 | 0.0 | 1,541 | |||
| SULLIVAN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 436 CENTRE STREET | 0.0 | 1,371 | |||
| MINER MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 3 2ND NEW HAMPSHIRE TURNPIKE | 0.0 | 1,144 | |||
| GILSUM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 650 ROUTE 10 | 0.0 | 1,004 | |||
| REED FREE LIBRARY | 8 VILLAGE ROAD | 0.0 | 955 | |||
| MARY L. BLOOD MEMORIAL | 41 BROWNSVILLE HARTLAND RD. | 0.0 | 260 |
Farmers Markets in Charlestown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Farmers Market | Route 103, The Vermont Country Store in Rockingham | May to October | sun:11:00 am - 2:00 pm; | Yes | |
| Claremont Farmers' Market | 14 North Street | 05/26/2018 to 09/08/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Greater Falls Farmers Market | 2 Church St | 06/02/2017 to 09/29/2017 | Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Newport Farmers' Market | Main Street on Town Common | 05/30/2014 to 10/10/2014 | Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Putney Farmers' Market - Indoor/Winter | 130 West Hill Rd | 11/22/2015 to 12/20/2015 | Sun: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Springfield Farmer's Market | People's United Bank Parking Lot | 05/31/2014 to 10/11/2014 | Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Walpole Farmers Market - Summer | 50 Elm St | 05/16/2014 to 10/17/2014 | Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Walpole Farmers Market - Winter | 34 Elm St | January to April | Sat:11:00 AM - 1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Windsor Farmers Market | 05/28/2016 to 10/15/2016 | Sat: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit |
Hotels in Charlestown
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Best Western Springfield Hotel
Gas Stations in Charlestown
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Irving
Breweries in Charlestown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Brewing Co Rest & Pub | Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub Restaurants | 2588 Route 103 | ||
| Vermont Brewers Association | Liquor & Beer Manufacturers, Brewers, Business Organizations, Alcoholic Beverages Wholesale & Manufa | 142 Kirk Meadow Rd | 8028851262 | Visit |
Ski Resorts Near Charlestown
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killington | 126.0 | 23 | 1,285 | $90 | November - May | — | Yes |
| Stratton | 92.0 | 13 | 1,181 | $90 | November - April | Yes | Yes |
| Okemo | 70.0 | 20 | 1,019 | $86 | November - April | Yes | Yes |
| Mount Snow | 60.0 | 20 | 1,095 | $81 | November - April | — | Yes |
Daycare Centers in Charlestown
4 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAGMAR'S PLACE 801 MEANY ROAD |
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (603) 826-3263 | OPEN |
| ONE STEP AHEAD DAYCARE 402 OLD CLAREMONT ROAD |
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (603) 826-4180 | OPEN |
| Y - ASPIRE AT CHARLESTOWN PRIMARY SCHOOL 84 EAST STREET |
CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (802) 463-4769 | OPEN |
| Y DAY CAMP 152 MISSING LINK ROAD |
CENTER BASED — AFTERSCHOOL CHILD CARE PROGRAM | (802) 463-4769 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Charlestown
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 44A North Mt Ascutney Summit (102841) | LTOWER | 129 |
| 44A North Mt Ascutney Summit (102841) | LTOWER | 129 |
Fire Stations in Charlestown
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acworth Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company, Inc. | 121 Hill RD | Volunteer | 603-835-2555 | ||
| Charlestown Fire Department | 1 Main ST | Volunteer | 603-826-3311 |
Bridges in Charlestown
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1965 | 211 | 15,000 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1965 | 21 | 15,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1965 | 231 | 15,000 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1965 | 21 | 15,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 74 | 15,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1965 | 316 | 15,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1965 | 316 | 15,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 74 | 15,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 207 | 13,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1965 | 202 | 13,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 348 | 10,600 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1964 | 27 | 7,817 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1900 | 500 | 7,028 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1900 | 500 | 6,958 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1996 | 116 | 4,540 | G | |
| Frame | Concrete | 1959 | 67 | 3,766 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1997 | 290 | 2,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1965 | 145 | 2,891 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2000 | 109 | 1,438 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1984 | 36 | 1,438 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2002 | 28 | 1,438 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1961 | 157 | 1,214 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2018 | 38 | 1,214 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1992 | 72 | 759 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1961 | 158 | 411 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 94 | 364 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 29 | 241 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 75 | 149 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2011 | 69 | 90 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2008 | 96 | 90 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1980 | 30 | 90 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 2011 | 30 | 90 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1930 | 60 | 90 | F | |
| Other | Steel | 2006 | 60 | 90 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 48 | 90 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Charlestown
3 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bellows Falls, VT | 54 Depot Street | TRAIN |
| Claremont, NH | Plains Road and Maple Avenue | TRAIN |
| Windsor-Mt. Ascutney, VT | 26 Depot Avenue | TRAIN |
Airports Near Charlestown
42 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dillant Hopkins Airport | EEN | Medium Airport |
| Lebanon Municipal Airport | LEB | Medium Airport |
| Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport | RUT | Medium Airport |
| Ardell Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bradley Field | — | Small Airport |
| Brandon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brookline Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Claremont Municipal Airport | CNH | Small Airport |
| Deerfield Valley Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Nest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Equinox Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fitchburg Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Frank D. Comerford Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gardner Municipal Airport | GDM | Small Airport |
| Harriman and West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hartness State Airport | VSF | Small Airport |
| Hawthorne Feather Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Holloway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Intervale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport | AFN | Small Airport |
| Kendalls Lndg Area Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mach Personal Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Major W. Guth STOLport | — | Small Airport |
| Mason Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Miller Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Moore Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mortimer Brown Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Newfound Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| North Windham Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Onyon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orange Municipal 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 |
| Smith Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tucker Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turners Falls Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wentworth Aerodrome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Windswept Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zim Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Charlestown
1 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alstead Police Services |
Grocery Stores in Charlestown
4 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Bascom Farm NAFMNP | Farmers and Markets | 1462 S Hemlock Rd |
| Dollar General 14774 | Other | 113 Main St |
| Jiffy Mart 460 | Convenience Store | 104 Main St |
| Ralph's Supermarket | Grocery Store | 197 Main St |
Post Offices in Charlestown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Charlestown Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Charlestown
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Headrest - Outpatient Services | Substance Abuse | 603-448-4872 |
| Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services - Springfield Program | Both | 802-886-4500 |
| SaVida Health | Substance Abuse | 802-231-4486 |
| Springfield Health Center | Both | 802-886-8914 |
DOL Wage Violations in Charlestown
4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $16,048 in back wages owed to 12 employees.
4
Violations
$16,048
Back Wages Owed
12
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capstone Restoration LLC | — | — | 03603 | — | 1 | $6,626 | $947 | 7 |
| Blanc & Bailey Construction, Inc. | — | — | 3603 | — | 1 | $4,914 | $1,638 | 3 |
| Town of Charlestown | — | — | 03603 | — | 1 | $3,547 | $3,547 | 1 |
| R & B Transportation, LLC | — | — | 03603 | — | 1 | $961 | $961 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Charlestown
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS PARISH | PO BOX 332 |
| CHARLESTOWN BIBLE CHURCH | 37 HAMMOND RD |
| CHARLESTOWN FOURSQUARE CHURCH | 85 WHEELER RAND RD |
| FREEDOM IN CHRIST CHURCH | 1084 OLD CLAREMONT RD |
| GREATER THINGS MINISTRIES | PO BOX 1030 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL | PO BOX 222 |
| PROFETEIA MINISTRIES | 30 RIVERVIEW DR |
| UNITED CHURCH OF ACWORTH | PO BOX 2010 |
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Mines
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Charlestown
What is the population of Charlestown?
Charlestown has a population of 879 residents and is located in New Hampshire. The population density is 925 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 55.9% female and 44.1% male.
Is Charlestown expensive to live in?
Charlestown has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 104.2 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $92,500 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,147 per month.
Is Charlestown safe?
Charlestown is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 160 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 360 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Charlestown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Charlestown?
Charlestown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.
How is the job market in Charlestown?
The job market in Charlestown 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 24 minutes, and 4.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Charlestown?
The median home value in Charlestown is $92,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,720. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,147. Fair market rent is $1,422 for a 1-bedroom and $1,851 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.1%. The average annual property tax is $12,767.
How are the schools in Charlestown?
Schools in Charlestown score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.9% of adults in Charlestown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 0.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Charlestown?
The obesity rate in Charlestown is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 24.6% are physically inactive. 27.8% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 75.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,404.
What is transportation like in Charlestown?
The average commute in Charlestown is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 56.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Charlestown?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Charlestown is 94.2% White, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 99.9% of residents speak only English at home. 13.5% of the population are military veterans. 12.4% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.
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