Canaan, NH
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
205
332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
19.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,455
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
40.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$261,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$947
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$858
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
20.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Grafton County
2
Lebanon-Claremont Urban Area
2
New Hampshire
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Grafton County
2
Lebanon-Claremont Urban Area
2
New Hampshire
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 20 | 18 |
| Feb | 3 | 16 | 21 |
| Mar | 3 | 13 | 31 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 3 | 15 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.
Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 41%Schools
Canaan Elementary School
<1 miles, S
•
4.1
Cardigan Mountain School
2 miles, N
Mascoma Valley Regional High School
4 miles, NW
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3.2
Indian River School
4 miles, NW
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2.3
Colleges
Upper Valley Educators Institute
11 miles, W
Dartmouth College
14 miles, NW
•
4.6
New England School of Hair Design
15 miles, W
•
1
Colby-Sawyer College
17 miles, S
•
2.3
Hospitals
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
12 miles, W
•
4.1
Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
13 miles, NW
•
4.1
New London Hospital
16 miles, S
•
4.1
Speare Memorial Hospital
18 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Manchester Airport
58 miles, S
•
1.4
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
72 miles, SE
•
1
Burlington International Airport
80 miles, N
•
1.4
Portland International Jetport
85 miles, E
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1.9