West Swanzey, NH

New Hampshire · Cheshire County

West Swanzey is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 1,227. Residents earn $52,241 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

1,227 Population 476/sq mi density

$52,241 Median Income $31,807 per capita

$193,100 Home Value $338,188 Zillow

$1,685 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr

269 Violent Crime/100K 3,986 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$52,241 median income, 2.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$193,100 home value, $1,685/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

269 violent crimes/100K (29% below avg)

A+

Education

4.5 / 5.0

43.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $52,241

30% lower than US avg

Home Value $193,100

32% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 269/100K

29% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 43.9%

30% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,685

45% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.3%

6% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.8%

53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,227

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density476/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans16.3%

Economy

Median Income$52,241

Per Capita$31,807

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty5.8%

County GDP$5,175M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$193,100

Rent$1,685

Ownership41.1%

Zillow$338,188

Housing Units565

Rent Burden33.2%

Crime

Violent269/100K

Property3,986/100K

Health

Obesity30.3%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking13.5%

Depression25.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI37 (Good)

Rain46.1 in/yr

Sunny Days246/yr

Elevation495 ft (151 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+43.9%

High School+93.2%

Graduate+10.5%

School Score6.15

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%

Commute31 min

Broadband82.9%

EV Stations7

Libraries25

Is West Swanzey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Swanzey receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. West Swanzey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Swanzey is $52,241, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Swanzey is $193,100, 32% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,685 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in West Swanzey is below the national average at 269 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,986 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

West Swanzey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 59.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

West Swanzey has a population of 1,227 with a density of 476 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.9% female and 45.1% male. The city is predominantly White (99.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 16.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,227

Total Population

476

People / sq mi

39.0yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

2.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%

Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

West Swanzey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.0%

100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Swanzey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Swanzey is $52,241, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,807 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,142, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,280 business establishments, including 189 restaurants. The cost of living index is 104.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Swanzey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,241
	30% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,807
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,142
IRS Avg AGI	$88,980
Gini Index	0.429 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.8%
	53% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,280
County GDP	$5,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants	189
Healthcare	169
Retail	339
Manufacturing	128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,150
	190% above US avg
Cost of Living	104.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.3 min
Drive Alone	95.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Swanzey is $193,100, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,188, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,685 (45% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,422 for a one-bedroom to $1,851 for a two-bedroom apartment. 41.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 565 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $10,150 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$193,100
	32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$338,188

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,685
	45% above US avg
Rent Burden	33.2%

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

Homeownership	41.1%
Owner-Occupied	41.1%
Renter-Occupied	58.9%
Housing Units	565
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,150
	190% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.26%

In West Swanzey, 30.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.5% have high blood pressure. 13.5% are current smokers. 17.2% report binge drinking. 21.3% are physically inactive. 25.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,487. The dentist ratio is 1:1,268. 68.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Swanzey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.3%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.5%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	21.3%
Depression	25.0%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.8%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,487
Dentists	1:1,268
Mental Health	1:247
Checkup Rate	71.2%
Dental Visits	61.4%
Premature Death	7,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	68.2%
Healthcare Facilities	169

West Swanzey has a violent crime rate of 269 per 100,000 residents, 29% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,986 per 100,000, 103% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, West Swanzey receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	269.1/100K
	29% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,985.8/100K
	103% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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West Swanzey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	45.4°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-6°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	495 ft (151 m)
Area	2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density	476/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8706°N, 72.3224°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cheshire County County
Nearest Airport	Manchester Boston Regional (MHT) 45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.1"

21% above US avg

Snowfall 59.8"

Wettest Month (May) 3.98"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median	37.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0394 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	60.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	14.1 / 100
Community Resilience	65.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jan 27, 2025.

Jan 27, 2025	9 km SE of York Harbor, Maine	M3.8	144 km
Oct 2, 1994	6 km W of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.7	58 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	79 km
Jan 12, 2015	0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut	M3.3	130 km
Jun 16, 2000	5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts	M3.3	95 km
Oct 2, 1994	1 km NW of Hardwick, Massachusetts	M3.3	57 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	78 km
Dec 13, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.2	150 km
Jan 10, 1999	2 km ENE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.1	110 km
Mar 11, 2020	0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York	M3.1	117 km
May 18, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M3.1	150 km
Jul 24, 2007	12 km SSW of Altamont, New York	M3.1	150 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	94 km
Jan 10, 1999	1 km NNE of Merrimac, Massachusetts	M3.0	108 km
Oct 21, 2009	15 km N of Medusa, New York	M2.9	149 km
Apr 25, 2023	4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire	M2.9	122 km
May 14, 2007	5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont	M2.8	119 km
Mar 21, 2016	4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire	M2.8	63 km
Mar 23, 1992	5 km SE of Hill, New Hampshire	M2.8	89 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	48 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	152 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	115 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

200 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 101 fatalities, 1,497 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 9, 1953	EF4	46 km	94
Jun 1, 2011	EF3	93 km	3
Jun 22, 1981	EF3	48 km	0
Sep 29, 1974	EF3	94 km	0
Sep 13, 1971	EF3	67 km	0
Oct 3, 1970	EF3	61 km	1
Aug 20, 1968	EF3	47 km	0
May 20, 1963	EF3	18 km	0
Jun 9, 1953	EF3	90 km	0
Jul 24, 2008	EF2	88 km	1
Jul 11, 2006	EF2	36 km	0
Jun 5, 2002	EF2	48 km	0
Jul 6, 1999	EF2	94 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	35 km	0
Jul 3, 1997	EF2	40 km	0
Aug 10, 1979	EF2	63 km	2
Jul 24, 1975	EF2	90 km	0
Jul 13, 1975	EF2	82 km	0
May 11, 1973	EF2	83 km	0
Aug 27, 1972	EF2	44 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: EAST MOUNTAIN (964 ac, 2021).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2021	EAST MOUNTAIN	964	70 km
2005	THE RANGE	760	68 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	20°F (-6°C)	3.3 in	Coldest
February	22°F (-6°C)	3.0 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	3.5 in
April	42°F (6°C)	3.6 in
May	54°F (12°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
June	63°F (17°C)	3.7 in
July	69°F (21°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	67°F (20°C)	4.0 in
September	59°F (15°C)	3.4 in
October	48°F (9°C)	3.6 in
November	38°F (3°C)	4.0 in
December	26°F (-3°C)	3.7 in

West Swanzey has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 20°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (3.0").

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West Swanzey is located in Cheshire County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 43.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.4% of the vote, a 9.8-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 25 public libraries serving the community. 169 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 95.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%

D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	43.9%
	30% above US avg
High School+	93.2%
Graduate Degree+	10.5%
School Test Score	6.15

A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	476/sq mi
Total Area	2.6 sq mi
County	Cheshire County County

Services

Broadband Access	82.9%
Avg Download Speed	84.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	9
Public Libraries	25
Healthcare Facilities	169
Restaurants	189
Retail Stores	339

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.3 min
Drive Alone	95.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in West Swanzey. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$261 ($156–$417)
Specialist Visit	$365 ($208–$573)
Urgent Care Visit	$208 ($104–$365)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,292 ($834–$5,210)
Dental Cleaning	$135 ($78–$208)
Dental Filling	$261 ($156–$417)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$78 ($52–$125)
Brake Pad Replacement	$313 ($156–$521)
Tire Rotation	$42 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$625 ($417–$1,042)
Battery Replacement	$208 ($104–$365)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$104 ($63–$156)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$94 ($52–$146)
HVAC Repair	$417 ($156–$834)
HVAC System Install	$7,294 ($4,168–$12,504)
Roof Repair	$1,042 ($417–$2,084)
Roof Replacement	$9,378 ($5,731–$15,630)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,563 ($521–$3,647)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,630 ($5,210–$31,260)
DUI Defense	$5,210 ($2,084–$10,420)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,563 ($834–$3,126)
Will Preparation	$521 ($208–$1,042)
Trust Preparation	$2,605 ($1,042–$5,210)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31–$104)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$156 ($78–$261)
Manicure	$26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure	$42 ($26–$68)
Massage (1 Hour)	$83 ($52–$135)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.27 ($3.13–$5.73)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.65 ($2.61–$5.21)
Loaf of Bread	$3.96 ($2.61–$5.73)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.69 ($3.13–$6.77)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.73 ($4.17–$7.82)
Rice (per lb)	$1.04 ($0.63–$1.88)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$146 ($83–$261)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$73 ($31–$156)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$73 ($42–$125)
Internet (Monthly)	$73 ($42–$104)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$68 ($31–$104)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$89 ($52–$156)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$208 ($78–$521)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,084 ($1,250–$3,647)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$73 ($31–$135)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.34–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$104 ($31–$261)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($16–$78)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,250 ($625–$2,605)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,042 ($521–$2,084)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$417 ($208–$729)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26–$104)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,042 ($417–$2,605)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,025 ($5,210–$31,260)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$63 ($31–$104)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$104 ($52–$208)
Dog Grooming	$63 ($31–$104)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$42 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$313 ($156–$521)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$208 ($104–$417)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,233
Toddler	$1,169
Preschool	$1,025
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$849
Toddler	$791
Preschool	$791

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cheshire County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	5,076	316	$41,105	1.63
Manufacturing	4,939	136	$71,814	1.93
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,064	190	$65,956	0.91
Accommodation & Food Services	2,520	174	$27,456	0.89
Construction	1,986	323	$77,046	1.22
Other Services	1,332	204	$41,928	1.42
Management of Companies	913	19	$118,406	1.74
Administrative & Waste Services	873	138	$51,942	0.48
Educational Services	810	30	$47,386	1.26
Finance & Insurance	783	94	$94,964	0.62
Professional & Technical Services	720	188	$92,769	0.33
Arts & Entertainment	405	38	$44,445	0.77
Information & Technology	289	34	$73,558	0.50
Real Estate	226	68	$51,189	0.47
Agriculture & Forestry	200	30	$34,608	0.79
Unclassified	25	10	$30,630	0.58
Mining & Oil/Gas	8	4	$60,516	0.07

Schools in West Swanzey

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Monadnock Regional High School	High	454	36	12.6:1
Cutler Elementary School	Elementary	289	20	14.5:1
Mt. Caesar Elementary School	Elementary	274	20	13.7:1
Monadnock Regional Middle School	Middle	254	18	14.1:1

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Radio Stations near West Swanzey

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WMUAx	college radio, university radio	MP3 128 kbps
WKNH Keene	alternative rock, bluegrass	MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near West Swanzey

6 campgrounds found near West Swanzey.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Winhall Brook Camping Area	4.7/5	111	$24–$30
Otter Brook Lake Recreation Area	4.5/5	3	$30–$85
Edward MacDowell Lake Day Use Facilities	4.4/5	2	$60–$100
SURRY MOUNTAIN LAKE BEACH	4.4/5	3	$35–$85
TULLY LAKE RECREATION AREA (MA)	4.4/5	1	$40
Townshend Lake Recreation Area	4.0/5	3	$70–$90

National Parks Near West Swanzey

130 national parks and monuments found near West Swanzey.

Park	Type	Fee
Airline State Park Trail (North Trail)	State Park	Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park	State Park	Free
Angle Tree Monument Reservation	State Park	Free
Ascutney State Park	State Park	Free
Ashland State Park	State Park	Free
Balance Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Bigelow Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Black Hut Management Area	State Park	Free
Blackstone River	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Blackstone River Bikeway	State Park	Free
Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Bomoseen State Park	State Park	Free
Burr Pond State Park	State Park	Free
C.M. Gardner State Park	State Park	Free
Callahan State Park	State Park	Free
Camp Plymouth State Park	State Park	Free
Campbell Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Chicopee Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Clarksburg State Park	State Park	Free
Cochituate State Park	State Park	Free
Coltsville National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Connecticut River Greenway State Park	State Park	Free
Crosby Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Deer Hill State Reservation	State Park	Free
Dennis Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Diamond Hill	State Park	Free
Dunn State Park	State Park	Free
Dutton Pines State Park	State Park	Free
Ellacoya State Park	State Park	Free
Emerald Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital Donation	State Park	Free
Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area	State Park	Free
Fort Dummer State Park	State Park	Free
Gardner Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Gaudette	State Park	Free
George Washington	State Park	Free
George Washington Picnic Grove	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Governors State Park	State Park	Free
Great Brook Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Greenfield State Park	State Park	Free
Hampton Ponds State Park	State Park	Free
Harrisville Pond Fising Access	State Park	Free
Haystack Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Holyoke Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Hopkinton State Park	State Park	Free
Ivy Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
J.A. Skinner State Park	State Park	Free
Jamaica State Park	State Park	Free
John A. Minetto State Park	State Park	Free
Johnny Appleseed State Park	State Park	Free
Keech Pond Access	State Park	Free
Lake Lorraine State Park	State Park	Free
Lake St. Catherine State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wyola State Park	State Park	Free
Lincoln Woods	State Park	Free
Lincoln Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Lost Lake Boat Ramp	State Park	Free
Lowell Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Medfield Charles River State Reservation	State Park	Free
Miller State Park	State Park	Free
Molly Stark State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Monadnock State Park	State Park	Free
Moore State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Greylock State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mount Holyoke Range State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Tom State Reservation	State Park	Free
Mowry Pond	State Park	Free
Muckross	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New England National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Norwich Water Access State Park	State Park	Free
Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake)	State Park	Free
Pillsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah State Park - Critria 1 lands	State Park	Free
Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve	State Park	Free
Purgatory Chasm State Reservation	State Park	Free
Quaddick State Park	State Park	Free
Quechee State Park	State Park	Free
Quinsigamond State Park	State Park	Free
Red Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Rhododendron State Park	State Park	Free
Robinson State Park	State Park	Free
Rockingham Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Rollins State Park	State Park	Free
Ronci	State Park	Free
Rood State Park	State Park	Free
Rutland State Park	State Park	Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Sayles Finishing	State Park	Free
Scantic River State Park	State Park	Free
Shaftsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Slatersville Pond	State Park	Free
Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access	State Park	Free
Springfield Armory National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
State Beach	State Park	Free
Sugar River Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Sunapee State Park	State Park	Free
Sweet Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic Mountains Ramble	State Park	Free
Taconic Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Ten Mile River	State Park	Free
Union Pond Fishermans Access	State Park	Free
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation	State Park	Free
Wadleigh State Park	State Park	Free
Wahconah Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Wakefield Pond Access Area	State Park	Free
Walden Pond State Reservation	State Park	Free
Wellington State Park	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
Wells State Park	State Park	Free
Western Gateway Heritage State Park	State Park	Free
Wilgus State Park	State Park	Free
Wilson Reservoir	State Park	Free
Woodford State Park	State Park	Free
World War II Veterans Memorial State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near West Swanzey

6 trails found near West Swanzey.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
CORRIDOR 7	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
CORRIDOR 7	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
CORRIDOR 7	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST RIVER CCC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARDSBORO 710	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
CORRIDOR 7	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—

Historical Trends — West Swanzey

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,095	$36,406
2015	1,402	$38,856
2017	1,344	$50,291
2019	896	$58,494
2021	1,339	$59,688
2023	1,227	$52,241

Museums in West Swanzey

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HISTORIC HARRISVILLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	69 MAIN ST	6038273722	$1,211,647
BRATTLEBORO MUSEUM AND ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		8022570124	$486,186
ORGANIC CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$424,144
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CHESHIRE COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	246 MAIN ST	6033521895	$357,491
CHESHIRE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		6039031800	$133,142
WALPOLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6037563449	$95,175
PUTNEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	15 KIMBALL HILL	8023874411	$25,524
SCHELL BRIDGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4134984364	$5,175
BERNARDSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	38 CHURCH ST	4136485407	$184
BRATTLEBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8022584957
CHESTERFIELD ARCH BRIDGE BEAUTIFICATION AND PRESERVATION SO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 36
CHESTERFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DUMMERSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8022570674
ESTEY ORGAN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		8022468366
FITZWILLIAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	66 NEW HAMPSHIRE 119	6035857742
GILSUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6033521771
HINSDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	15 SOUTH CLAY STREET	6307892600
MARLBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	377 ELM ST
MONADNOCK AREA ARTISTS ASSOCIATION	ART MUSEUM
MUSEUM OF FAMILY CAMPING	GENERAL MUSEUM
NEW ENGLAND AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
NORTHFIELD HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4134982455
RICHMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032396486
ROYALSTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
STODDARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1450 ROUTE 123 NORTH	6034467500
SWANZEY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	246 MAIN ST	6033521895
TROY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTMINSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	110 MAIN ST	9788745569
WESTMORELAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6033997075
WESTMORELAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY CORNER SCHOOL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	90 150 ARCH STREET	6033997075
WINCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	403 BACK ASHUELOT ROAD	6032397399

Libraries in West Swanzey

Name	Address	Annual Visits
KEENE PUBLIC LIBRARY	60 WINTER STREET	201,784
BROOKS MEMORIAL	224 MAIN ST.	144,144
PUTNEY PUBLIC	55 MAIN ST.	45,507
DICKINSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	115 MAIN STREET	23,207
FITZWILLIAM TOWN LIBRARY	11 TEMPLETON TURNPIKE	18,045
WALPOLE TOWN LIBRARY	48 MAIN STREET	17,599
GAY-KIMBALL LIBRARY	10 SOUTH MAIN STREET	14,489
CHESTERFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	524 ROUTE 63	10,880
FROST FREE LIBRARY	28 JAFFREY ROAD	10,806
MT. CAESAR UNION LIBRARY	628 OLD HOMESTEAD HIGHWAY	9,625
PHINEHAS S. NEWTON LIBRARY	19 ON THE COMMON	9,272
CUSHMAN LIBRARY	28 CHURCH STREET	8,733
VERNON FREE	567 GOV. HUNT RD.	8,372
CONANT PUBLIC LIBRARY	111 MAIN STREET	8,132
RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY	19 WINCHESTER ROAD	6,161
OLIVIA RODHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1 NELSON COMMON ROAD	5,154
HARRISVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	7 CANAL STREET	5,124
WARWICK FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	4 HOTEL ROAD	4,025
WESTMORELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	33 SOUTH VILLAGE ROAD	3,443
STRATTON FREE LIBRARY	9 MAIN STREET	3,040
HINSDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY	122 BRATTLEBORO ROAD	2,800
WESTMINSTER WEST PUBLIC	3409 WESTMINSTER W. RD.	2,652
DAVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY	1391 ROUTE 123 NORTH	2,551
BUTTERFIELD	3435 US RTE. 5	2,548
SLATE MEMORIAL LIBRARY	332 MAIN ROAD	2,201
MARLOW TOWN LIBRARY	12 CHURCH STREET	1,965
SULLIVAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	436 CENTRE STREET	1,371
GILSUM PUBLIC LIBRARY	650 ROUTE 10	1,004
REED FREE LIBRARY	8 VILLAGE ROAD	955
FIELD LIBRARY	243 MILLERS FALLS ROAD	224

Farmers Markets in West Swanzey

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bernardston Farmers' Market	58 Church St.	05/31/2014 to	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Brattleboro Area Farmers' Market - Downtown Market		05/30/2017 to 09/26/2017	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Brattleboro WInter Farmers' Market	80 Flat St.	11/03/2018 to 03/30/2019	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Northfield Farmers' Market	Main Street	June to September	Thu:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM;
Putney Farmers' Market - Indoor/Winter	130 West Hill Rd	11/22/2015 to 12/20/2015	Sun: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Putney Farmers' Market - Outdoor/Summer	Carol Brown Way and US Rt 5	05/24/2015 to 10/11/2015	Sun: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
The Farmer's Market of Keene		05/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Walpole Farmers Market - Summer	50 Elm St	05/16/2014 to 10/17/2014	Fri: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Walpole Farmers Market - Winter	34 Elm St	January to April	Sat:11:00 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in West Swanzey

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Elm City Brewing Company	American Restaurant, Pub, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Pub, Brewery	223 West St	6033553335	Visit
Elm City Restaurant & Brewery	Take Out Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, American Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries,	222 West St	6033558154, 6033553335	Visit
Hermit Thrush Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	29 High Saint 101c	18022572337
Nesbitt's Portside Tavern	Bars, Vernon, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Vernon Restaurants, VT, Taver	101 Governor Hunt Rd	8022584600	Visit
Whetstone Station Restaurant and Brewery	Brattleboro, Brattleboro Restaurants, Brewery and American Restaurant, Restaurants, Restaurant & Lou	36 Bridge St	8024902354	Visit

Ski Resorts Near West Swanzey

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Stratton	92.0	13	1,181	$90	November - April	Yes	Yes
Okemo	70.0	20	1,019	$86	November - April	Yes	Yes
Mount Snow	60.0	20	1,095	$81	November - April	—	Yes

Pharmacies in West Swanzey

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KEENE METRO TREATMENT CENTER	1076 WEST SWANZEY ROAD	603-358-0050

Daycare Centers in West Swanzey

4 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
HONEY BEE HOLLOW 83 ASH HILL ROAD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 354-3809	OPEN
JACK AND JILL COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL 679 OLD HOMESTEAD HIGHWAY	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 357-8550	OPEN
SOUTHWESTERN COMMUNITY SERVICES - SWANZEY HEAD START 37 WEST STREET	HEAD START — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 352-7254	OPEN
VILLAGE CHILDREN'S CENTER OF CHESTERFIELD 43 CHURCH STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED GROUP CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(603) 363-4226	OPEN

Fire Stations in West Swanzey

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Spofford Fire Department	9 Pontiac DR	Volunteer			603-363-4300
Town of Swanzey Fire Department	34 Main ST	Mostly volunteer			603-358-6455

Bridges in West Swanzey

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2014	229	7,174	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2002	129	3,652	G
Truss (Thru)	Wood or Timber	1859	159	3,494	F
Slab	Concrete	1929	27	2,912	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1929	32	2,912	G
Truss (Thru)	Wood or Timber	1832	152	2,159	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1930	74	2,159	P
Frame	Concrete	1970	28	1,617	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1976	196	1,445	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1936	54	1,106	F
Truss (Thru)	Wood or Timber	1862	143	780	F
Truss (Thru)	Wood or Timber	1837	120	609	F
Truss (Thru)	Wood or Timber	1869	69	493	F
Frame	Concrete	2013	45	419	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2005	35	262	G
Frame	Concrete	2013	33	90	G
Frame	Concrete continuous	2020	20	90	G

Amtrak Stations in West Swanzey

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Brattleboro, VT	10 Vernon Road	TRAIN

Airports Near West Swanzey

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Dillant Hopkins Airport	EEN	Medium Airport
Rutland - Southern Vermont Regional Airport	RUT	Medium Airport
Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport	BAF	Medium Airport
Westover Metropolitan Airport / Westover Air Reserve Base	CEF	Medium Airport
Worcester Regional Airport	ORH	Medium Airport
Albert Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Ardell Flying Field	—	Small Airport
B&B Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Baines Airport	—	Small Airport
Brookline Airport	—	Small Airport
Claremont Municipal Airport	CNH	Small Airport
Country Club Air Park	—	Small Airport
Deerfield Valley Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Equinox Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Fitchburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Frank D. Comerford Airport	—	Small Airport
Gardner Municipal Airport	GDM	Small Airport
Gile Pond Airport	—	Small Airport
Hadley Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartness State Airport	VSF	Small Airport
Hawthorne Feather Airpark	—	Small Airport
Holloway Airport	—	Small Airport
Huff Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Intervale Airport	—	Small Airport
Jaffrey Airfield Silver Ranch Airport	AFN	Small Airport
Kendalls Lndg Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Major W. Guth STOLport	—	Small Airport
Marshall's Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Airfield	—	Small Airport
Miller Farm Airfield	—	Small Airport
Mundale Airport	—	Small Airport
Newfound Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Norm's Field	—	Small Airport
North Windham Airport	—	Small Airport
Northampton Airport	—	Small Airport
Onyon Airport	—	Small Airport
Orange Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Parlin Field	NWH	Small Airport
Pasport Airport	—	Small Airport
Pilgrim's Home Airfield	—	Small Airport
Santa's Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Airport	—	Small Airport
Spencer Airport	—	Small Airport
Sterling Airport	—	Small Airport
Tanner Hiller Airport	—	Small Airport
Tucker Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Turners Falls Airport	—	Small Airport
Ward Field	—	Small Airport
Ware Airport	UWA	Small Airport

Police Stations in West Swanzey

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Campus Safety Office
Fitzwilliam
Gill Police Department	196B Main Road
Keene Police Department
Keene State College Campus Safety
New Hampshire State Police
Northfield Town Police Dept	69 Main Street
Royalston Police Station	1 Athol Road

Grocery Stores in West Swanzey

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 13534	Other	786 W Swanzey Rd
Swanzey Supermarket	Grocery Store	765 Swanzey Lake Rd
T-Bird Mini Mart Swanzey 675	Convenience Store	189 W Swanzey Rd
West Swanzey Meats	Convenience Store	919 W Swanzey Rd

Post Offices in West Swanzey

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
East Swanzey Post Office
West Swanzey Post Office

Treatment Centers in West Swanzey

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	603-518-6725
Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services	Both	802-254-6028
Keene Metro Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of New Hampshire LP	Substance Abuse	603-358-0050

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Swanzey

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHRISTIAN LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	211 WHITCOMB RD
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH OF EAST SWANZEY	PO BOX 629
CORNERSTONE OUTREACH MINISTRIES	PO BOX 10541
FAITH BIBLE CHURCH OF CHESHIRE COUNTY NEW HAMPSHIRE	PO BOX 7
GRACE COMMUNITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	PO BOX 120
THE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF W SWANZEY	PO BOX 5
THE EAST COAST CONFERENCE OF THE EVANGELICAL COVENANT CHURCH	220 W SHORE RD
VILLAGE CHURCH	PO BOX 582

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Swanzey

What is the population of West Swanzey?

West Swanzey has a population of 1,227 residents and is located in New Hampshire. The population density is 476 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years. The population is 54.9% female and 45.1% male.

Is West Swanzey expensive to live in?

West Swanzey has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 104.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $52,241, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $193,100 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,685 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is West Swanzey safe?

West Swanzey is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 269 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,986 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, West Swanzey receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Swanzey?

West Swanzey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 59.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in West Swanzey?

The job market in West Swanzey is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,142. There are 2,280 business establishments in the area, including 189 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Swanzey?

The median home value in West Swanzey is $193,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,188. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,685. Fair market rent is $1,422 for a 1-bedroom and $1,851 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 41.1%. The average annual property tax is $10,150.

How are the schools in West Swanzey?

Schools in West Swanzey score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 43.9% of adults in West Swanzey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 10.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Swanzey?

The obesity rate in West Swanzey is 30.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.5% of adults are smokers. 21.3% are physically inactive. 25.0% of residents report depression. 8.2% lack health insurance. 68.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,487.

What is transportation like in West Swanzey?

The average commute in West Swanzey is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 95.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Swanzey?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Swanzey is 99.6% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 16.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Keene, NH 22,923 pop · 5.8 mi Winchester, NH 1,394 pop · 7.0 mi Troy, NH 1,086 pop · 7.7 mi Hinsdale, NH 1,382 pop · 10.0 mi Brattleboro, VT 7,793 pop · 12.0 mi West Brattleboro, VT 2,614 pop · 14.1 mi Jaffrey, NH 2,885 pop · 15.7 mi Peterborough, NH 2,343 pop · 18.3 mi Orange, MA 3,793 pop · 18.4 mi Winchendon, MA 4,407 pop · 19.4 mi Bellows Falls, VT 2,851 pop · 19.5 mi Athol, MA 8,711 pop · 19.7 mi Millers Falls, MA 1,081 pop · 21.9 mi Baldwinville, MA 2,454 pop · 22.1 mi

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