Walpole, NH

New Hampshire

Walpole is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 447. Residents earn $71,563 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
447 Population 366/sq mi density
$71,563 Median Income $51,093 per capita
$380,000 Home Value $433,168 Zillow
$516 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$380,000 home value, $516/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,563
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $380,000
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $516
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population447
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density366/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,563
Per Capita$51,093
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,200M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$380,000
Rent$516
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$433,168

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation416 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+85.3%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Walpole a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walpole receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Walpole stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walpole is $71,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walpole is $380,000, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $516 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Walpole experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Walpole has a population of 447 with a density of 366 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

447
Total Population
366
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Walpole vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walpole vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walpole is $71,563, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Walpole vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,563
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$51,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$89,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$2,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare86
Retail159
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Walpole is $380,000, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $516 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $433,168.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$380,000
35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$433,168

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$516
56% 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-Occupied55.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Walpole, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death8,143/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Walpole 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 is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation416 ft (127 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density366/sq mi
Coordinates43.0783°N, 72.4248°W
County FIPS33019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 41.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.3%
23% above US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score6.29
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density366/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants71
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home4.3%

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