Canaan Town, NH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
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
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,801 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,689 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$794 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$930 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 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 19 18
Feb 3 16 21
Mar 3 13 30
Apr 3 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 3 36
Dec 3 15 24

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 7%

Schools

Canaan Elementary School
3 miles, S 4.1 star
Indian River School
4 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

Dartmouth College
12 miles, NW 4.6 star
Plymouth State University
18 miles, E 2.3 star

Hospitals

Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
12 miles, W 4.1 star
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
12 miles, W 4.1 star
Speare Memorial Hospital
18 miles, E 4.1 star
New London Hospital
19 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Manchester Airport
60 miles, S 1.4 star
Burlington International Airport
77 miles, NW 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
87 miles, SE 1.9 star