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West Swanzey, NH
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West Swanzey, NH
At a Glance
How West Swanzey Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Swanzey's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Swanzey a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Swanzey residents earn a median household income of $52,241 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,807. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,280 business establishments, including 189 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Swanzey is $193,100 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $338,188. Median rent is $1,685/month, with 33.2% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
West Swanzey reports 269 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,986/100K.
Education
43.9% of adults in West Swanzey hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Swanzey has 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. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.