Hooksett, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Merrimack County County
Hooksett, NH
At a Glance
How Hooksett Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hooksett's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hooksett a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hooksett residents earn a median household income of $91,005 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,892. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% 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 Hooksett is $298,900 , 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $532,494. Median rent is $1,829/month, with 23.4% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Hooksett reports 71 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 569/100K.
Education
42.2% of adults in Hooksett hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hooksett has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.