Laconia

Laconia, New Hampshire Overview

Laconia faces challenges across several categories, earning a B+ grade (58.6/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in New Hampshire. Even so, the city scores 73/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 43/100.

Income & Employment in Laconia

Laconia’s median income of $68,427 is 30% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 2.4%.

Safety in Laconia

Laconia’s violent crime rate of 233 per 100,000 runs above the New Hampshire average of 110. The property crime rate is 2591.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Laconia

The median home value is $308,800. Median monthly rent is $1,180. Renters spend 20.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Laconia

The adult obesity rate in Laconia is 31.2% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.8%. Residents report an average of 16.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Laconia

Laconia has a high school graduation rate of 77%. The student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,953 per student, well above the national median. The city has 5 public schools serving 1,813 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Laconia

The annual average temperature in Laconia is 49.3°F. Summers average 66.9°F. Winters average 32°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.4 inches per year. The average commute of 16.6 minutes is notably short.

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