Lisbon, NH

New Hampshire

Lisbon is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 832. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
832 Population 250/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $35,355 per capita
$167,500 Home Value $292,053 Zillow
$1,156 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,500 home value, $1,156/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,500
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,156
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population832
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$35,355
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$183M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,500
Rent$1,156
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,053

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,963/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary570/100K

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation658 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+89.4%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Lisbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lisbon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lisbon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lisbon is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lisbon is $167,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lisbon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,963 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lisbon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 71.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Lisbon has a population of 832 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

832
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lisbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lisbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lisbon is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lisbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,355
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$51,928

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$183M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare10
Retail8
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lisbon is $167,500, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,156 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,053.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,500
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,053

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$370
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio92.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,156
1% 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-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Lisbon, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death9,787/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities10
Lisbon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,963 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,963.3/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary570.0/100K
Theft1,266.6/100K
Vehicle Theft126.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Lisbon has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall71.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation658 ft (201 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates44.2118°N, 71.9096°W
County FIPS50009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score6.29
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants12
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home12.2%

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