Pittsfield, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Strafford County County
Pittsfield, NH
At a Glance
How Pittsfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pittsfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pittsfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pittsfield residents earn a median household income of $50,804 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,483. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,189 business establishments, including 306 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pittsfield is $242,600 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $422,822. Median rent is $1,167/month, with 33.3% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Pittsfield reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 747/100K.
Education
18.0% of adults in Pittsfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pittsfield 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.