Peterborough, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Hillsborough County County
Peterborough, NH
At a Glance
How Peterborough Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Peterborough's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Peterborough a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Peterborough residents earn a median household income of $81,836 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,981. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,730 business establishments, including 943 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Peterborough is $323,700 , 15% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $477,232. Median rent is $1,310/month, with 26.4% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Peterborough reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 444/100K.
Education
53.9% of adults in Peterborough hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Peterborough has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.