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Contoocook, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Merrimack County County
Contoocook, NH
At a Glance
How Contoocook Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Contoocook's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Contoocook a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Contoocook residents earn a median household income of $131,518 , which is 75% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $87,857. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,546 business establishments, including 343 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Contoocook is $399,400 , 42% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $479,826. Median rent is $1,075/month, with 19.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 104.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Contoocook reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 733/100K.
Education
60.1% of adults in Contoocook hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above the national average). 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Contoocook has 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. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.