Exeter

Exeter, New Hampshire Overview

Exeter scores 63.9/100 overall (A+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in New Hampshire — below the state composite of 87.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 99/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 43/100.

Income & Employment in Exeter

The median household income in Exeter is $83,862, 14% below the statewide median of $97,880.

Safety in Exeter

Exeter’s violent crime rate of 55.5 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 622.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Exeter

The median home value is $349,300. Median monthly rent is $1,569. Renters spend 22.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Exeter

The adult obesity rate in Exeter is 31.1% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9%. Residents average 14.1 poor mental health days per month. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Exeter

Exeter has a high school graduation rate of 89.9%. The student-teacher ratio of 8.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $25,590 per student, well above the national median. The city has 9 public schools serving 2,937 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Exeter

The annual average temperature in Exeter is 50.8°F. Summers average 68.2°F. Winters average 34.3°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.9 inches per year.

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