Wakefield 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 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
5,337 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,709 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$299,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$681 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$841 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carroll County
2
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

Carroll County
3
New Hampshire
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 19
Feb 3 15 22
Mar 4 13 31
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 4 2 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Inland Flood 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%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NH State Senate District 3, NH State House District Carroll 04, NH
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Schools

Paul Elementary School
3 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Maplestone
7 miles, S • 1 star
Acton Elementary School
8 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Lakes Region Community College
24 miles, W • 1.9 star
Empire Beauty School-Laconia
24 miles, W • 1 star
Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
26 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Huggins Hospital
10 miles, W • 5 star
Frisbie Memorial Hospital
20 miles, S • 3.2 star
Lakes Region General Hospital
23 miles, W • 3.2 star
Southern Maine Health Care
27 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Portland International Jetport
35 miles, E • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
50 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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