Meredith, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Belknap County County
Meredith, NH
At a Glance
How Meredith Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Meredith's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Meredith a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Meredith residents earn a median household income of $52,083 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,869. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,240 business establishments, including 240 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Meredith is $415,800 , 47% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $685,720. Median rent is $1,255/month, with 31.3% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Meredith reports 103 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 558/100K.
Education
31.9% of adults in Meredith hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below the national average). 95.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Meredith has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.