Woodsville, NH

New Hampshire

Woodsville is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 1,387. Residents earn $56,610 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,387 Population 750/sq mi density
$56,610 Median Income $37,642 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,088 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,610 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,088/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,610
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,088
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,387
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density750/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,610
Per Capita$37,642
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,188M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,088
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation517 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+94.5%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute44 min
Libraries16

Is Woodsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodsville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Woodsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodsville is $56,610, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodsville is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Woodsville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Woodsville has a population of 1,387 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

1,387
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodsville is $56,610, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Woodsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,610
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,642
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$68,555

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,015
County GDP$1,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare83
Retail83
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,438
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.0 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodsville is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,088 (6% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$74
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,088
6% 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-Occupied41.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,438
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Woodsville, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death7,382/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access47.4%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Woodsville has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation517 ft (158 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates44.1416°N, 72.0268°W
County FIPS50017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 58.3%

Winner: Democrat by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score6.29
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density750/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants57
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.0 min
Work from Home3.9%

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