Mason Town, NH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,443 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,227 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$356,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$944 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,906 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.9% 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 13 25
Mar 4 13 33
Apr 4 2 45
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 8%

Schools

Mason Elementary School
<1 miles, NW 4.1 star
Mascenic Regional High School
3 miles, NW 4.1 star
Richard Maghakian Memorial School
4 miles, SE 4.6 star

Colleges

Alexander Academy
11 miles, SW
Fitchburg State University
11 miles, SW 2.8 star
Nashua Community College
12 miles, E 1.9 star
Monty Tech
14 miles, SW

Hospitals

St Joseph Hospital
14 miles, E 2.3 star
Healthalliance Hospitals, Inc
14 miles, SW 3.2 star
Monadnock Community Hospital
14 miles, N 3.2 star
Nashoba Valley Medical Center
15 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Manchester Airport
21 miles, E 1.4 star
Worcester Regional Airport
33 miles, SW 1 star