Nashua

Nashua, New Hampshire Overview

Nashua scores 63.1/100 overall (A), ranking #10 of 20 cities in New Hampshire — below the state composite of 87.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 91/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 43/100.

Income & Employment in Nashua

The median household income in Nashua is $97,667, in line with the statewide median of $97,880. The local unemployment rate of 3.1% is higher than the state’s 2.8%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in Nashua

Nashua’s violent crime rate of 125.1 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 1036.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Nashua

Nashua has a cost of living index of 111.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $373,100. Median monthly rent is $1,652. Renters spend 20.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Nashua

The adult obesity rate in Nashua is 33.2% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.4%. Residents report an average of 15.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Nashua

Nashua has a high school graduation rate of 83%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $19,168 per student, well above the national median. The city has 24 public schools serving 10,743 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Nashua

The annual average temperature in Nashua is 51.3°F. Summers average 68.7°F. Winters average 34.9°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.9 inches per year.

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