Portsmouth

Portsmouth, New Hampshire Overview

Portsmouth ranks #3 of 20 cities in New Hampshire, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 68.6/100. The city stands out in Education (95/100) and Safety (90/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Portsmouth

The median household income in Portsmouth is $105,756, 8% above the statewide median of $97,880. The local unemployment rate of 2.4% is lower than the state’s 2.8%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in Portsmouth

Portsmouth’s violent crime rate of 143.1 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 1049.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Portsmouth

The median home value is $640,600. Median monthly rent is $1,778. Renters spend 20.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Portsmouth

The adult obesity rate in Portsmouth is 29.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 8%. Residents average 13.7 poor mental health days per month. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Portsmouth

Portsmouth’s high school graduation rate of 96% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $25,059 per student, well above the national median. The city has 6 public schools serving 2,443 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Portsmouth

The annual average temperature in Portsmouth is 50°F. Summers average 67.5°F. Winters average 33.1°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.7 inches per year. 17.8% of workers in Portsmouth work from home, well above the national average.

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