Bennington Town, NH
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
1,494
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,071
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$249,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$948
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$849
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Hillsborough County
3
Manchester-Nashua Metro Area
3
New Hampshire
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Hillsborough County
3
Manchester-Nashua Metro Area
3
New Hampshire
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 18 | 22 |
| Feb | 3 | 14 | 25 |
| Mar | 4 | 12 | 33 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 14 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.
Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Schools
Pierce Elementary School
2 miles, SW
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1.9
Antrim Elementary School
2 miles, NW
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1.4
Great Brook School
2 miles, NW
•
1.9
Crotched Mountain School
4 miles, S
•
1
Colleges
New England College
12 miles, NE
•
1.9
Franklin Pierce University
18 miles, SW
•
1.9
Keene State College
20 miles, W
•
2.3
Saint Anselm College
20 miles, SE
•
3.7
Hospitals
Monadnock Community Hospital
9 miles, SW
•
3.2
Cheshire Medical Center
20 miles, W
•
3.2
Concord Hospital
21 miles, E
•
4.1
New Hampshire Hosp-Psych Unit
22 miles, E
Airports
Manchester Airport
24 miles, SE
•
1.4
Worcester Regional Airport
52 miles, S
•
1
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
55 miles, E
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1
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
64 miles, SE
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4.1