Derry

Derry, New Hampshire Overview

Derry scores 61.0/100 overall (A), ranking #13 of 20 cities in New Hampshire — below the state composite of 87.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 95/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 43/100.

Income & Employment in Derry

The median household income in Derry is $88,901, 9% below the statewide median of $97,880.

Safety in Derry

Derry’s violent crime rate of 104.6 per 100,000 is well below both the New Hampshire rate of 110 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 761.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Derry

The median home value is $356,700. Median monthly rent is $1,473. Renters spend 19.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Derry

The adult obesity rate in Derry is 32.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.5%. Residents report an average of 16.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Derry

Derry has a high school graduation rate of 86.8%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $22,014 per student, well above the national median. The city has 10 public schools serving 6,218 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Derry

The annual average temperature in Derry is 51.2°F. Summers average 68.5°F. Winters average 34.9°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.3 inches per year.

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