Tilton Northfield, NH

New Hampshire

Tilton Northfield is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 3,169. Residents earn $59,902 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,169 Population 1,012/sq mi density
$59,902 Median Income $29,334 per capita
$207,800 Home Value
$967 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,902 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$207,800 home value, $967/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,902
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,800
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,169
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density1,012/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,902
Per Capita$29,334
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$4,296M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,800
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Elevation452 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+91.8%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute24 min
Libraries13

Is Tilton Northfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tilton Northfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Tilton Northfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tilton Northfield is $59,902, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tilton Northfield is $207,800, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Tilton Northfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tilton Northfield has a population of 3,169 with a density of 1,012 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

3,169
Total Population
1,012
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tilton Northfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tilton Northfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tilton Northfield is $59,902, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Tilton Northfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,902
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,334
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$98,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,240
County GDP$4,296M

Business (County)

Restaurants240
Healthcare144
Retail301
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,324
224% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tilton Northfield is $207,800, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,800
26% below US avg
Median List Price$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,000
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio92.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% 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-Occupied46.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,324
224% above US avg
Effective Rate5.45%
In Tilton Northfield, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tilton Northfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities144

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Tilton Northfield has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation452 ft (138 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density1,012/sq mi
Coordinates43.4445°N, 71.5926°W
County FIPS33001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score6.29
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,012/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants240
Retail Stores301

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home2.9%

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