Hinsdale, NH

New Hampshire

Hinsdale is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 1,382. Residents earn $69,576 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,382 Population 596/sq mi density
$69,576 Median Income $41,314 per capita
$214,400 Home Value $280,102 Zillow
$1,027 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
404 Violent Crime/100K 3,640 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,576 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,400 home value, $1,027/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
404 violent crimes/100K (6% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,576
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,400
24% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 404/100K
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,027
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,382
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,576
Per Capita$41,314
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,175M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,400
Rent$1,027
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$280,102

Crime

F
Violent404/100K
Property3,640/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault228/100K
Burglary379/100K

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation557 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute19 min
Libraries25

Is Hinsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hinsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hinsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hinsdale is $69,576, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hinsdale is $214,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,027 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 404 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,640 per 100,000, 86% above the national average.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hinsdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 59.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Hinsdale has a population of 1,382 with a density of 596 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,382
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hinsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hinsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hinsdale is $69,576, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hinsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,576
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,314
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$88,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,280
County GDP$5,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare169
Retail339
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,150
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hinsdale is $214,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,027 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $280,102.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,400
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$280,102

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio90.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,027
12% 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-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,150
190% above US avg
Effective Rate4.73%
In Hinsdale, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death7,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.2%
Healthcare Facilities169
Hinsdale has a violent crime rate of 404 per 100,000 residents, 6% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,640 per 100,000 (86% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent404.5/100K
6% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape101.1/100K
Robbery75.8/100K
Assault227.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,640.0/100K
86% above US avg
Burglary379.2/100K
Theft3,235.6/100K
Vehicle Theft25.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hinsdale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall59.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation557 ft (170 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates42.7921°N, 72.4879°W
County FIPS33005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score6.29
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants189
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home11.3%

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