Rye 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 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
5,577 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$138,295 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$960,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,242 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,207 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rockingham County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton 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

Rockingham County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
New Hampshire
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 17 23
Feb 3 11 26
Mar 4 10 34
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 40
Dec 4 11 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (50%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NH State Senate District 24, NH State House District Rockingham 24, NH
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Schools

Rye Elementary School
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
Mary C Dondero Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Maude H Trefethen School
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Great Bay Community College
5 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
16 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Portsmouth Regional Hospital
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
York Hospital
8 miles, NE • 5 star
Exeter Hospital Inc
11 miles, W • 5 star
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
15 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
37 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
47 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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