Derry, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Rockingham County County
Derry, NH
At a Glance
How Derry Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Derry's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Derry a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Derry residents earn a median household income of $88,901 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,210. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,884 business establishments, including 967 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Derry is $356,700 , 27% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $506,795. Median rent is $1,473/month, with 31.7% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Derry reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 728/100K.
Education
34.0% of adults in Derry hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Derry has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.