Meredith, NH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,887 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$415,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$724 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,069 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Belknap County
3
Laconia Urban 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

Belknap County
5
Laconia Urban Area
5
New Hampshire
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 18
Feb 3 16 22
Mar 3 13 30
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 3 36
Dec 3 15 25

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 47% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Schools

Inter-Lakes High School
1 miles, NE 3.7 star
Inter-Lakes Elementary School
1 miles, NE 2.8 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Laconia
9 miles, S 1 star
Lakes Region Community College
10 miles, S 1.9 star
Plymouth State University
12 miles, NW 2.3 star
Magdalen College
29 miles, SW

Hospitals

Lakes Region General Hospital
9 miles, S 3.2 star
Speare Memorial Hospital
12 miles, NW 4.1 star
Huggins Hospital
16 miles, SE 5 star
Franklin Regional Hospital
16 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Manchester Airport
50 miles, S 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
59 miles, SE 1.9 star