Strafford County, NH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
131,743 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,564 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$332,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$946 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,244 $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

Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
New Hampshire
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
New Hampshire
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 16 21
Feb 3 12 25
Mar 4 10 33
Apr 4 2 44
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 48
Nov 4 2 38
Dec 4 12 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NH State Senate District 6, NH State House District Strafford 02, NH
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Schools

Rochester Middle School
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
McClelland School
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Maple Street Magnet School
3 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
9 miles, SE • 1 star
Great Bay Community College
19 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Frisbie Memorial Hospital
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
10 miles, SE • 5 star
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
20 miles, S • 3.2 star
Huggins Hospital
22 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Manchester Airport
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
44 miles, E • 1.9 star
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