Laconia, NH

New Hampshire · Belknap County

Laconia is a small city in New Hampshire with a population of 16,982. Residents earn $68,427 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

16,982 Population 856/sq mi density

$68,427 Median Income $42,679 per capita

$308,800 Home Value $424,776 Zillow

$1,180 Median Rent 37.9% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

224 Violent Crime/100K 3,236 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$68,427 median income, 2.4% unemployment

Affordability

4.1 / 5.0

$308,800 home value, $1,180/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

224 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)

Education

3.0 / 5.0

25.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $68,427

9% lower than US avg

Home Value $308,800

10% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 224/100K

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.3%

25% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,180

1% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.1%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.5%

40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16,982

Median Age44.9 yrs

Density856/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans10.9%

Economy

Median Income$68,427

Per Capita$42,679

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty7.5%

County GDP$4,296M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$308,800

Rent$1,180

Ownership62.8%

Zillow$424,776

Housing Units10,073

Rent Burden37.9%

Crime

Violent224/100K

Property3,236/100K

Murder6.1/100K

Assault91/100K

Burglary194/100K

Health

Obesity31.1%

Uninsured8.1%

Smoking13.9%

Depression25.5%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation657 ft (200 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.3%

High School+92.8%

Graduate+9.0%

School Score6.19

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%

Commute19 min

Broadband88.2%

EV Stations5

Libraries13

Is Laconia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laconia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Laconia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Laconia is $68,427, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.5% 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 Laconia is $308,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Laconia is below the national average at 224 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,236 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Laconia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 61.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Laconia has a population of 16,982 with a density of 856 people per square mile, spread across 26.1 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 10.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

16,982

Total Population

856

People / sq mi

44.9yrs

Median Age

15% above US avg

26.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%

Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Laconia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.4%

67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Laconia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laconia is $68,427, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,679. The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,240 business establishments, including 240 restaurants. The cost of living index is 104.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Laconia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$68,427
	9% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,679
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,096
IRS Avg AGI	$98,738
Gini Index	0.443 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.5%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,240
County GDP	$4,296M

Business (County)

Restaurants	240
Healthcare	144
Retail	301
Manufacturing	78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$11,324
	224% above US avg
Cost of Living	104.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.9 min
Drive Alone	74.5%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Laconia is $308,800, 10% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $424,776, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,180 (1% above 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. 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 10,073 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $11,324 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 37.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$308,800
	10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$424,776
Median List Price	$599,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$599,000
$/Sq Ft	$309
Homes Sold	16
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.8%
Price Drops	14.1%
Inventory	92

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,180
	1% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,551
Rent Burden	37.9%

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	62.8%
Owner-Occupied	62.8%
Renter-Occupied	37.2%
Housing Units	10,073
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$11,324
	224% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.67%

In Laconia, 31.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.9% have high blood pressure. 13.9% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 20.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,079. The dentist ratio is 1:1,507. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5

6.9

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

8.3

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

1.7

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

67.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.4

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

122.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.1%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	8.1%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	20.6%
Depression	25.5%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.1%
Uninsured	8.1%
	6% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,079
Dentists	1:1,507
Mental Health	1:185
Checkup Rate	73.2%
Dental Visits	62.5%
Premature Death	7,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	76.6%
Healthcare Facilities	144

Laconia has a violent crime rate of 224 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 90.7 per 100,000, robbery at 24.2, rape at 102.8. The murder rate is 6.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,236 per 100,000, 65% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,788, burglary at 194, vehicle theft at 254 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Laconia receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	223.8/100K
	41% below US avg
Murder	6.1/100K
	4% below US avg
Rape	102.8/100K
Robbery	24.2/100K
Assault	90.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,235.8/100K
	65% above US avg
Burglary	193.5/100K
Theft	2,788.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	254.0/100K
Arson	6.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	70
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Laconia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 61.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 657 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	46.9°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	657 ft (200 m)
Area	26.1 sq mi (67.6 km²)
Population Density	856/sq mi
Coordinates	43.5765°N, 71.4823°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Belknap County County
Nearest Airport	Eastern Slopes Regional (FRY) 39 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"

20% above US avg

Snowfall 61.9"

Wettest Month (Nov) 4.25"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0399 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	5.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	57.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	17.0 / 100
Community Resilience	81.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.8 on Jan 27, 2025.

Oct 16, 2012	5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine	M4.7	67 km
Jun 16, 1995	8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire	M3.8	86 km
Aug 21, 1996	12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire	M3.8	68 km
Jan 27, 2025	9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine	M3.8	93 km
Jan 17, 2000	4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine	M3.6	138 km
Jan 3, 2000	4 km W of Leeds, Maine	M3.5	133 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	29 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	148 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	30 km
Jan 10, 1999	2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.1	92 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	69 km
Nov 20, 1994	4 km WNW of Norway, Maine	M3.0	102 km
Jan 10, 1999	1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.0	91 km
Jun 7, 2010	29 km SE of York Beach, Maine	M2.9	113 km
Apr 25, 2023	4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire	M2.9	23 km
Feb 4, 2022	0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire	M2.9	93 km
Jan 8, 1998	52 km ENE of Rockport, Massachusetts	M2.9	142 km
May 14, 2007	5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont	M2.8	143 km
Mar 9, 2008	25 km SE of York Beach, Maine	M2.8	109 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	81 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	135 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	215 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

125 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 37 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 25, 1969	EF3	37 km	0
May 20, 1963	EF3	90 km	0
Jun 9, 1953	EF3	79 km	0
Jul 24, 2008	EF2	49 km	1
May 21, 2006	EF2	89 km	0
Jul 6, 1999	EF2	33 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	72 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	76 km	0
Jun 22, 1981	EF2	30 km	0
May 3, 1976	EF2	71 km	0
May 11, 1973	EF2	38 km	0
Jul 21, 1972	EF2	100 km	0
Jul 3, 1972	EF2	18 km	0
Jun 6, 1969	EF2	95 km	0
Jul 17, 1968	EF2	87 km	0
Oct 10, 1966	EF2	59 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	68 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	86 km	0
Aug 28, 1965	EF2	98 km	0
Jul 18, 1963	EF2	23 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.6 m (12 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
2008	MAINE	Avalanche	3.6 m	—	145 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	21°F (-6°C)	3.0 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	3.0 in	Driest
March	31°F (-1°C)	3.1 in
April	42°F (5°C)	3.5 in
May	54°F (12°C)	3.8 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.6 in
July	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	67°F (19°C)	3.7 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.2 in
October	48°F (9°C)	3.7 in
November	38°F (3°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
December	26°F (-3°C)	3.7 in

Laconia has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 21°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (3.0").

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Laconia is located in Belknap County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 25.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.1% of the vote, a 13.1-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 144 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%

D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9
Traffic Accidents	70
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.3%
	25% below US avg
High School+	92.8%
Graduate Degree+	9.0%
School Test Score	6.19

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	856/sq mi
Total Area	26.1 sq mi
County	Belknap County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.2%
Avg Download Speed	110.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	12.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	144
Restaurants	240
Retail Stores	301

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.9 min
Drive Alone	74.5%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	9.4%

Average costs for common services in Laconia. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,245
Toddler	$1,181
Preschool	$1,035
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$858
Toddler	$800
Preschool	$800

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Belknap County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	5,010	322	$42,007	1.94
Accommodation & Food Services	3,553	260	$31,077	1.51
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,224	161	$66,814	0.87
Manufacturing	2,077	81	$71,828	0.98
Construction	1,564	298	$87,118	1.15
Administrative & Waste Services	1,028	159	$51,967	0.68
Arts & Entertainment	946	60	$30,996	2.18
Other Services	880	214	$47,429	1.13
Professional & Technical Services	655	175	$87,961	0.36
Wholesale Trade	508	82	$85,423	0.50
Management of Companies	495	23	$96,836	1.14
Finance & Insurance	443	80	$92,598	0.42
Transportation & Warehousing	385	36	$46,628	0.35
Educational Services	305	22	$54,466	0.57
Real Estate	230	72	$62,694	0.57
Information & Technology	211	26	$169,192	0.44
Utilities	187	7	$102,887	1.90
Mining & Oil/Gas	81	6	$82,970	0.83
Agriculture & Forestry	64	12	$37,565	0.31
Unclassified	24	10	$30,688	0.67

Colleges & Universities in Laconia

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Lakes Region Community College	Public · Associate	1,700	—	$6,720	$14,970
Empire Beauty School-Laconia	Private For-Profit · Certificate	87	—	—	—

Hospitals in Laconia

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
CONCORD HOSPITAL- LACONIA	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(603) 524-3211

Schools in Laconia

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Laconia High School	High	590	51	11.6:1
Gilford High School	High	499	35	14.3:1
Laconia Middle School	Middle	408	37	11.0:1
Gilford Elementary School	Elementary	322	40	8.1:1
Gilford Middle School	Middle	305	27	11.3:1
Woodland Heights Elementary School	Elementary	304	31	9.8:1
Pleasant Street School	Elementary	266	23	11.6:1
Elm Street School	Elementary	260	22	11.8:1

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Radio Stations near Laconia

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
New Hampshire Public Radio HD2 Classical	—	AAC 192 kbps
The Pulse of NH	news, news talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Laconia

12 campgrounds found near Laconia.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
ELM BROOK PARK REC AREA	4.8/5	4	$60–$110
Hancock Campground (NH)	4.8/5	54	$30
RADEKE CABIN	4.7/5	1	$65
WATERVILLE CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	25	$24
COVERED BRIDGE	4.5/5	29	$30
Big Rock	4.4/5	27	$30
Wildwood	4.4/5	25	$24
RUSSELL POND CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	65	$30
WHITE LEDGE CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	17	$30
CAMPTON CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	55	$30
OSCEOLA VISTA CAMPGROUND	4.0/5	12	$50
RUSSELL-COLBATH BARN	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Laconia

87 national parks and monuments found near Laconia.

Park	Type	Fee
Ascutney State Park	State Park	Free
Baldpate Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Bradley Palmer State Park	State Park	Free
Carroll Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Cathedral Ledge State Park	State Park	Free
Crawford Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Crosby Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Darling State Park	State Park	Free
Dunn State Park	State Park	Free
Echo Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Eisenhower Memorial Area	State Park	Free
Ellacoya State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State 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
Governors State Park	State Park	Free
Grafton Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Greenfield State Park	State Park	Free
Halibut Point State Park	State Park	Free
Hampton Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Jenness Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Jericho Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Kingston State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tarleton State Park	State Park	Free
Laudholm Farms	State Park	Free
Lawrence Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lawrence Riverfront State Park	State Park	Free
Little Concord Pond	State Park	Free
Long Lake Boating Access	State Park	Free
Lost Lake Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Lowell Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed	State Park	Free
Maudslay State Park	State Park	Free
Middle Pond Hancock Pond	State Park	Free
Milan Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Miller State Park	State Park	Free
Molly’s Falls Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Muckross	State Park	Free
North Hampton State Park	State Park	Free
Northwood Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Norwich Water Access State Park	State Park	Free
Odiorne Point State Park	State Park	Free
Pawtuckaway State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor	State Park	Free
Piscataqua River Boat Access	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Quechee State Park	State Park	Free
Rhododendron State Park	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rollins State Park	State Park	Free
Sabatis Island	State Park	Free
Sabattus Mountain	State Park	Free
Saco River Boating Access	State Park	Free
Saco River Route 160 Bridge	State Park	Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Salisbury Beach State Reservation	State Park	Free
Salmon Falls	State Park	Free
Sebago Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Songo Lock State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Speckled Mountain	State Park	Free
State Fish Pier	State Park	Free
Sugar River Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Sunapee State Park	State Park	Free
Swan's Falls	State Park	Free
Trout Pond	State Park	Free
Vaughan Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Wadleigh State Park	State Park	Free
Wallis Sands State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Weeks State Park	State Park	Free
Wellington State Park	State Park	Free
Wentworth State Park	State Park	Free
White Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Wilgus State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Laconia

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	16,074	$47,684
2015	16,225	$50,000
2017	16,519	$52,702
2019	16,640	$57,960
2021	17,025	$63,711
2023	17,147	$68,427

Museums in Laconia

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SANBORN MILLS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6034357314	$977,304
CANTERBURY SHAKER VILLAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6037839511	$946,654
LACONIA MUSEUM SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 1126	6035271278	$220,576
LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6033665950	$159,236
RACING HISTORY PRESERVATION GROUP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1122 ROUTE 106 NORTH		$122,599
AMERICAN CLASSIC ARCADE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	579 ENDICOTT STREET NORTH		$78,616
THOMPSON AMES HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6035279009	$26,721
MEREDITH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	45 MAIN STREET	6032791190	$20,639
LIBBY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	755 NORTH MAIN STREET	6035691035	$15,293
ASHLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2 MYRTLE STREET	6039687716
BELMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	40 E CATAWBA ST	7048254848
BRIDGEWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	529 NH ROUTE 175	6035365140
CANTERBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CENTER HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032791236
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM-MEREDITH	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		6032796307
FRANKLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6039348222
GILMANTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 236	6033647405
GUNSTOCK MOUNTAIN HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6037374360
HOLDERNESS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	RTE 3	6039689898
LAKEPORT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		6035247683
MOULTONBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	953 WHITTIER HIGHWAY	6034765630
NEW HAMPSHIRE MAPLE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
NEW HAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6037449952
OLD MAN OF THE MOUNTAIN MUSEUM & PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	COURT STREET	6035362337
SANBORNTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032867227
SANDWICH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032846269
SQUAM LAKES NATURAL SCIENCE CENTER	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	23 SCIENCE CENTER RD	6039687194
TUFTONBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	449 GOVERNOR WENTWORTH HWY RTE 109	6035442400
VETERANS MEMORIAL MONUMENTS FUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Laconia

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LACONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY	695 MAIN STREET	125,021
GILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	31 POTTER HILL ROAD	106,088
HALL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	18 PARK STREET	58,000
MEREDITH PUBLIC LIBRARY	91 MAIN STREET	54,911
MOULTONBOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY	4 HOLLAND STREET	50,856
FRANKLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	310 CENTRAL STREET	50,154
PEASE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 RUSSELL STREET	48,244
OSCAR FOSS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	111 SOUTH BARNSTEAD ROAD	27,214
TUFTONBORO FREE LIBRARY	221 MIDDLE RD.	20,159
GORDON-NASH LIBRARY	69 MAIN STREET	19,953
SAMUEL H. WENTWORTH LIBRARY	35 MAIN STREET	16,750
ELKINS LIBRARY	9 CENTER ROAD	16,232
SANBORNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	27 MEETINGHOUSE HILL ROAD	10,082
BELMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY	146 MAIN STREET	10,027
ASHLAND TOWN LIBRARY	41 MAIN STREET	9,637
HOLDERNESS LIBRARY	866 US ROUTE 3	9,219
GILMANTON YEAR-ROUND LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	1385 NH ROUTE 140	8,233
JAMES E. NICHOLS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	35 PLYMOUTH STREET	6,519
BRIDGEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY	1032 RIVER ROAD	5,768
HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY	30 CRESCENT STREET	5,468
GILMANTON CORNER PUBLIC LIBRARY	509 PROVINCE ROAD	1,023
GILMANTON IRON WORKS LIBRARY	10 ELM STREET	201

Farmers Markets in Laconia

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Canterbury Community Farmers Market Association	Center Street	06/08/2016 to 10/05/2016	Wed: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Exit 20 Farmers' Market at Tanger Outlet	Tanger Outlets 120 Laconia Rd	June to September	Wed:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes
Franklin Farmer's Market	15 Aiken Avenue	07/05/2016 to 09/13/2016	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Gilmanton Farmers Market	Academy at Gilmanton 4 Corners
Goshen Farmer's Market					Visit
Hampton Farrmers Market
Hooksett Farmers' Market	1292 Hooksett Road				Visit
Laconia Farmers Market	East Beacon Street Extension	06/21/2014 to 09/27/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Laconia Main Street Outdoor Marketplace	Main and Pleasant Streets	06/06/2013 to 08/29/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Local Works Bethlehem Farmers' Market	Main Street				Visit
Mad Planter Open Air Market	1864 Chocorua Mt Highway (Route 16)
Pittsfield Sunrise Farmers Market	River Road and Route 28
Plaistow Recreation Farmers' Market	145 Main Street				Visit
Plymouth Outdoor Farmers' Market	8 Depot Street	05/28/2015 to 10/15/2015	Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Sanbornton Farmer's Market	Route 132	June to October	Fri:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Sandwich Farmers Market	Town Green	06/07/2014 to 10/11/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Stone Gardens Farmers' Market	1012 Straits Rd.	June to September	Mon:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes
The Yard Project	Route 127 and Long Street	June to June	Sat:1:00 PM - 6:00 PM;		Visit
Tilton Farmers' Market	120 Laconia Rd.	06/27/2014 to 09/26/2014	Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Tilton Winter Farmers' Market	67 East Main St.	12/13/2014 to 03/28/2015	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Whitefield Farmers' Market	on the Commons

Hotels in Laconia

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus Landmark Inn

Fireside Inn & Suites at Lake Winnipesaukee

Grand View Motel and Cottages

Lake Opechee Inn and Spa

Misty Harbor and Barefoot Beach Resort

The Margate Resort

The Naswa Resort

TownePlace Suites Laconia Gilford

Restaurants in Laconia

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bernini Italian Pizzeria and Wine Bar

Brick Front Restaurant & Lounge

China Garden Restaurant

Country Cook'n at the Lakeside

Jon's Roast Beef & Deli

Lakeside Famous Roast Beef

Local Eatery

New Hong Kong Buffet

Panorama Pub

Papa Gino's

Sawyer's Dairy Bar & Restaurant

Shang Hai

South End Pizza & Seafood

The Big House

The Soda Shoppe

Trillium

Weirs Diner

Whiskey Tavern

Cafes in Laconia

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Laconia Village Bakery

My Coffee House

Wayfarer Coffee Roasters

Cinemas in Laconia

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinema 8

Weirs Drive-In Theater

Theatres in Laconia

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Colonial Theater

Castles in Laconia

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kimball Castle

Clinics in Laconia

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ClearChoiceMD Urgent Care

Laconia Clinic

Lakes Region Mental Health Center

Veterinaries in Laconia

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

VCA Lakes Region Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in Laconia

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Laconia

Lakeport

Weirs Beach

Gas Stations in Laconia

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Cumberland Farms

Mobil

Sunoco

Banks in Laconia

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of New Hampshire

Citizens Bank

Meredith Village Savings Bank

Northway Bank

TD Bank

Shopping Malls in Laconia

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belknap Mall

Gyms in Laconia

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planet Fitness

The Wellness Center

Golf Courses in Laconia

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Ridge Country Club

Breweries in Laconia

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Canterbury Ale Works	Brewers	305 Baptist Hill Rd	6034914539	Visit
Price Family Farm	Beverage Manufacturers, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Breweries	18 Shannon Rd	6033645072
Squam Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	118 Perch Pond Rd	6032369705
Stone Coast On Winnipesaukee	Laconia Restaurants, American, Laconia, NH, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Laconia Brewers, (4), , (1)	546 Main St	6035284188

Ski Resorts Near Laconia

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Bretton Woods	56.0	10	945	$76	November - April	Yes	Yes

Nursing Homes in Laconia

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BELKNAP COUNTY NURSING HOME 30 COUNTY DRIVE	Government - County	94	89	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	6035275410
LACONIA CENTER, GENESIS HEALTHCARE 175 BLUEBERRY LANE	For profit - Corporation	120	117	4/5	—	4/5	3/5	6035243340
SAINT FRANCIS REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 406 COURT STREET	Non profit - Church related	51	47	3/5	—	3/5	3/5	6035240466

Pharmacies in Laconia

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 863	1371 LAKE SHORE ROAD	603-524-2460
CVS - 8931	220 UNION AVENUE	603-527-0173
LACONIA CLINIC PHARMACY	724 NORTH MAIN STREET	603-524-5064
RITE AID - 10280	288 UNION AVENUE	603-528-1700
SHAW'S-OSCO - 7502	1400 LAKE SHORE ROAD	603-524-5240
WAL-MART - 2639	1458 LAKE SHORE ROAD	603-528-8055
WALGREENS - 10409	45 COURT STREET	603-524-5550

Daycare Centers in Laconia

14 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL NEW HAMPSHIRE - LAKES REGION UNIT 876 NORTH MAIN STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 528-0197	OPEN
ELM STREET BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM 478 ELM STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 455-6330	OPEN
FIRST STEPS CHILD CARE 44 DIANE DRIVE	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(617) 272-5341	OPEN
FLEDGLINGS PRESCHOOL AT PRESCOTT FARM 928 WHITE OAKS ROAD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 366-5695	OPEN
LACONIA EARLY LEARNING CENTER 22 STRAFFORD STREET, UNIT NUMBER 4	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 524-1235	OPEN
LAKES REGION FAMILY CENTER / HEAD START / EARLY HEAD START 121 BELMONT ROAD	HEAD START — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 528-5334	OPEN
OPEN DOOR PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE CENTER 645 UNION AVENUE	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 524-2004	OPEN
PLEASANT STREET BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM 334 ELM STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 455-6631	OPEN
READY, SET, GROW! CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER 401 GILFORD AVENUE, SUITE 203	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 903-2461	OPEN
RIVER'S EDGE EARLY LEARNING CENTER 126 UNION AVENUE	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 393-8132	OPEN
SAPLINGS, A FOREST AND NATURE PRESCHOOL 266 UPPER BAY ROAD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 630-5450	OPEN
UNDER HIS WINGS PRESCHOOL 2 AIRPORT ROAD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 717-6321	OPEN
VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL 19 POTTER HILL ROAD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 524-7444	OPEN
WOODLAND HEIGHTS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM 225 WINTER STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 455-1632	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Laconia

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Best Western Plus - Landmark Inn	480 Main St	Non-Networked	1	J1772	public
GUNSTOCKMTN STATION 1	719 Cherry Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
GUNSTOCKMTN STATION 2	719 Cherry Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
GUNSTOCKMTN STATION 3	719 Cherry Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
GUNSTOCKMTN STATION 4	719 Cherry Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
GUNSTOCKMTN STATION 5	719 Cherry Valley Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
IRWIN MOTORS TOYOTA CT4KGW1	59 Bisson Ave	ChargePoint Network	1	J1772	public

Fire Stations in Laconia

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Gilford Fire-Rescue	39 Cherry Valley RD	Mostly career			603-527-4758
Laconia Fire Department	848 N Main ST	Career			603-524-6881

Bridges in Laconia

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	362	18,428	F
Slab	Concrete	1975	23	14,041	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1933	32	13,478	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1933	90	13,478	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2022	40	12,884	G
Frame	Concrete	1964	61	11,448	G
Slab	Concrete	1979	22	10,392	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	81	9,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1967	66	9,238	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	136	8,703	G
Frame	Concrete continuous	1970	32	7,598	G
Frame	Concrete	1958	23	7,205	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	184	6,253	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	248	5,633	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	115	5,460	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1966	30	5,454	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1981	151	5,413	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1936	32	5,198	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	91	4,580	F
Slab	Concrete	1926	32	4,490	F
Frame	Concrete	1989	27	2,659	G
Slab	Concrete	1941	25	2,650	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1931	26	2,650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1981	169	1,682	F
Frame	Concrete	1965	59	996	G
Slab	Concrete	1900	24	989	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1927	46	662	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1966	31	590	G
Frame	Concrete	2007	31	578	G
Culvert	Concrete	2005	20	480	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	27	480	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	24	479	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	21	317	G
Culvert	Concrete	2006	28	199	G
Culvert	Concrete	2011	26	160	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1940	121	90	P
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2013	25	90	G

Correctional Facilities in Laconia

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BELKNAP COUNTY HOUSE OF CORRECTIONS	76 COUNTY DR	COUNTY	96	110	OPEN
LAKES REGIONAL FACILITY	1 RIGHT WAY PATH	STATE		-999	CLOSED

Superfund Sites Near Laconia

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
L W PACKARD	6 MILL STREET	GRAFTON

Airports Near Laconia

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Concord Municipal Airport	CON	Medium Airport
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport	MHT	Medium Airport
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease	PSM	Medium Airport
Blue Puffin Farm Heliport	—	Small Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Buzzy's Field	—	Small Airport
Chickville Airport	—	Small Airport
Cole Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooper Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Country Club Air Park	—	Small Airport
Dean Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Dyer's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Eastern Slopes Regional Airport	FRY	Small Airport
Franconia Airport	—	Small Airport
Gile Pond Airport	—	Small Airport
Hampton Airfield	—	Small Airport
Hawthorne Feather Airpark	—	Small Airport
Heaton Airport	—	Small Airport
Huff Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Intervale Airport	—	Small Airport
Laconia Municipal Airport	LCI	Small Airport
Leavitt Airport	—	Small Airport
Limerick Airport	—	Small Airport
Locke Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Meadowbrook Airport	—	Small Airport
Moore Airfield	—	Small Airport
Moultonborough Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Field	—	Small Airport
Murphy-Sherwood Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Nadeau's Airfield	—	Small Airport
Newfound Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Northwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Parlin Field	NWH	Small Airport
Perrotti Skyranch Airfield	—	Small Airport
Plymouth Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Propwash Airport	—	Small Airport
Seacoast Airfield	—	Small Airport
Skydive Lebanon Airport	—	Small Airport
Skyhaven Airport	—	Small Airport
Surette Heliport	—	Small Airport
Therriaults Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Tib Field	—	Small Airport
Tucker Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Twin Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Ward Field	—	Small Airport
Wentworth Aerodrome Airport	—	Small Airport
Windsock Village Airport	—	Small Airport
Windswept Airport	—	Small Airport
Winterwood Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Laconia

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Ashland Police	20 Highland Street
Belmont Police Department
Center Harbor Police Station
Moultonborough Police Department
Tilton Police Department

Grocery Stores in Laconia

25 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Big Apple 1080	Convenience Store	4 Country Club Rd
Case N Keg Laconia	Convenience Store	855 Union Ave
Church St Laconia Spa	Convenience Store	65 Church St
Circle K 4707211	Convenience Store	535 Union Ave
Cumberland Farms 5440	Convenience Store	193 Endicott St N
CUMBERLAND FARMS 5543	Convenience Store	124 Court St
CVS Pharmacy 863	Other	1371 Lake Shore Rd
CVS Pharmacy 8931	Other	220 Union Ave
Dollar General 31925	Other	288 Union Ave
Dollar Tree 4176	Other	1458 Lake Shore Rd
Dollar Tree 5936	Other	161 Court St
Energy North 2228	Convenience Store	63 Gilford East Dr
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8402	Super Store	1425 Lake Shore Rd
Laconia Express And Deli	Convenience Store	17 Lexington Dr
Laconia Oasis Gas + Go	Other	142 S Main St
On The Budget Corporation	Convenience Store	280 Court St
SHAW'S SUPERMARKET 1402	Supermarket	1400 Lake Shore Rd
SHAW'S SUPERMARKET 2190	Supermarket	96 Daniel Webster Hwy
Shop Express Laconia	Convenience Store	297 Union Ave
Sunflower Natural Foods	Grocery Store	390 S Main St
The Market At Weirs	Farmers and Markets	49 Lucerne Ave
Vista Foods - Laconia 10803	Supermarket	376 S Main St
Walgreens 10409	Other	45 Court St
Walmart Supercenter 2639	Super Store	1458 Lake Shore Rd
Welcome Trading Llc	Convenience Store	93 Daniel Webster Hwy

Treatment Centers in Laconia

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
CAIP at Headrest - Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	603-753-8181
Kathy Ireland Recovery Centers - Laconia	Substance Abuse	603-810-0596
Lakes Region Mental Health Center	Both	603-524-1100
Lakes Region Mental Health Center	Both	603-524-1100
Lakes Region Mental Health Center	Both	603-536-1100
Mid State Health Center - RISE Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	603-536-4000 x8000
New Freedom Academy	Substance Abuse	603-505-4364
Plymouth House	Substance Abuse	603-707-4496
Sobriety Centers of NH - Lakes Treatment Center	Both	603-808-0185

DOL Wage Violations in Laconia

18 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $110,161 in back wages owed to 342 employees.

Violations

$110,161

Back Wages Owed

342

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
Naswa Resort, The	—	—	03246	—	1	$64,450	$1,007	64
Broken Spoke Saloon	—	—	03246	—	1	$12,970	$197	66
LRGHealthcare	—	LRGHealthcare	03246	—	1	$12,471	$110	113
Tavern 27 at the Mystic Meadows and Jade Trac	—	—	03246	—	1	$4,775	$265	18
YANKEE ENERGY SERVICES	—	—	03246	Roofing Contractors	1	$3,927	$436	9
Heat Restaurant	—	—	03246	—	1	$2,441	$203	12
Lakeport Landing and Marina	—	—	03246	—	1	$2,367	$395	6
Kreative Window Treatments II	—	—	03246	—	1	$1,429	$204	7
Lakes Region Linen	—	—	03246	—	1	$1,254	$418	3
Laconia Quick Trip	—	—	03246	—	1	$1,240	$413	3
Laconia Sunoco	—	—	03246	—	1	$838	$168	5
CBH Landscaping Companies	—	—	03246	—	1	$661	$83	8
Joyce Janitorial Service	—	—	03246	—	1	$651	$65	10
Funspot	—	—	03246	—	1	$294	$74	4
Central NH Employment Services (Laconia)	—	—	03246	—	1	$248	$50	5
Happy Cow	—	—	03246	—	1	$76	$11	7
Lake Opechee Inn & Spa	—	—	03246	—	1	$43	$43	1
Nadia's Trattoria	—	—	03246	—	1	$27	$27	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Laconia

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHRISTMAS VILLAGE	306 UNION AVE
FAITH ALIVE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	72 PRIMROSE DR S
FIRE OF LOVE COMMUNITY CHURCH	RFD 6 BOX 253
FRONTIER GOSPEL MISSION INC	180 STARK ST
GILFORD COMMUNITY CHURCH	19 POTTER HILL RD
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH OF LACONIA NEW HAMPSHIRE	2238 PARADE RD
INREACH MINISTRIES	175 MECHANIC ST
LACONIA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP FUND INC	1386 MEREDITH CENTER RD
LACONIA NH FOURSQUARE CHURCH	22 PLEASANT ST
LIFE QUEST CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIANS & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	115 COURT ST
LOVEINC OF THE LAKES REGION	PO BOX 1534
NATIVE AMERICAN ROMAN CATHOLIC MISSION	33 COTTAGE ST
ST ANDRE BESSETTE PARISH	277 UNION AVE
ST JOSEPH CHURCH PRESERVATION SOCIETY	PO BOX 145
UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH-LAKEPORT	35 PARK ST
WATERS EDGE- A CHURCH OF CHRIST	PO BOX 1074

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Frequently Asked Questions About Laconia

What is the population of Laconia?

Laconia has a population of 16,982 residents and is located in New Hampshire. The population density is 856 people per square mile, spread across 26.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Laconia expensive to live in?

Laconia has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 104.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $68,427, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $308,800 (10% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Laconia safe?

Laconia is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 224 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,236 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Laconia receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Laconia?

Laconia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 61.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Laconia?

The job market in Laconia is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 2,240 business establishments in the area, including 240 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 9.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Laconia?

The median home value in Laconia is $308,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $424,776. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,180. Fair market rent is $1,422 for a 1-bedroom and $1,851 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.8%. The average annual property tax is $11,324.

How are the schools in Laconia?

Schools in Laconia score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.3% of adults in Laconia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Laconia?

The obesity rate in Laconia is 31.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.9% of adults are smokers. 20.6% are physically inactive. 25.5% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,079.

What is transportation like in Laconia?

The average commute in Laconia is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Laconia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Laconia is 91.3% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are military veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Meredith, NH 2,887 pop · 5.3 mi Belmont, NH 1,257 pop · 9.4 mi Tilton Northfield, NH 3,169 pop · 10.7 mi Ashland, NH 1,417 pop · 11.2 mi Franklin, NH 8,757 pop · 12.7 mi Bristol, NH 2,157 pop · 12.7 mi Wolfeboro, NH 2,420 pop · 13.6 mi Plymouth, NH 4,877 pop · 15.7 mi Pittsfield, NH 1,882 pop · 20.5 mi Sanbornville, NH 1,225 pop · 22.7 mi Farmington, NH 3,753 pop · 23.9 mi Concord, NH 44,219 pop · 24.1 mi Contoocook, NH 1,370 pop · 26.6 mi New London, NH 1,398 pop · 27.6 mi

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