Milford

Milford, New Hampshire Overview

Milford scores 62.2/100 overall (A), ranking #11 of 20 cities in New Hampshire — below the state composite of 87.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 100/100, while Transportation lags at 41/100.

Income & Employment in Milford

The median household income in Milford is $81,042, 17% below the statewide median of $97,880.

Safety in Milford

Milford’s violent crime rate of 36.4 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 381.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Milford

Milford has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $337,900. Median monthly rent is $1,388. Renters spend 20.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Milford

The adult obesity rate in Milford is 33.3% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.9%. Residents report an average of 16.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Milford

Milford’s high school graduation rate of 95% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,617 per student, well above the national median. The city has 5 public schools serving 2,011 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Milford

The annual average temperature in Milford is 51.3°F. Summers average 68.7°F. Winters average 34.9°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.8 inches per year.

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