03246 ZIP Code
Laconia, New hampshire
December 26, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 03246 |
| City/Town: | Laconia |
| County: | Belknap |
| State: | New hampshire |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 16,943 |
| Median Household Income: | $68,024 |
| Per Capita Income: | $38,289 |
| Total Housing Units: | 10,097 |
| Median Home Value: | $250,500 |
| Land Area: | 19.9 sq miles
51.5 sq km |
| Water Area: | 6.2 sq miles
16.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 43.5765, -71.4823 |
Population Information (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 16,943 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 8,418 | 49.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 8,525 | 50.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 43.8 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 727 | 4.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 698 | 4.1% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,030 | 6.1% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,015 | 6.0% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,020 | 6.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,013 | 11.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,235 | 13.2% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,843 | 10.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,157 | 6.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,491 | 8.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,465 | 14.5% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 829 | 4.9% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 420 | 2.5% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $250,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,163 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 10,097 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 6,989 | 69.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 3,108 | 30.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,119 | 58.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,870 | 41.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 12,453 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 242 | 1.9% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 856 | 6.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,836 | 30.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,415 | 19.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,716 | 13.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,275 | 18.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,113 | 8.9% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 91.2% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 27.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (03246 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $68,024 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $88,339 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $88,693 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $38,289 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 9,218 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 8,859 | 96.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 282 | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 5,135 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 7,123 | 80.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,122 | 12.7% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 594 | 6.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 20 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 15,799 | 93.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 198 | 1.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 13 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 187 | 1.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 433 | 2.6% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 313 | 1.8% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 599 | 3.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 483 | 2.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 108 | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 296 | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 79 | 0.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (03246 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 272 | 3.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 318 | 4.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 504 | 7.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 762 | 10.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 722 | 10.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,248 | 17.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,082 | 15.5% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,188 | 17.0% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 443 | 6.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 450 | 6.4% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (03246 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 6,172 | 69.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,269 | 14.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 23 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 434 | 4.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 155 | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 592 | 6.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 17.8 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (03246 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 60 | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 595 | 6.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 971 | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 45 | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,085 | 12.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 361 | 4.1% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 99 | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 771 | 8.7% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 905 | 10.2% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,271 | 25.6% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 958 | 10.8% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 429 | 4.8% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 309 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.2% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 15,143 | 89.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 10,615 | 62.7% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 7,112 | 42.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,296 | 7.6% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (03246 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,232 | 74.9% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,852 | 40.8% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,856 | 26.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 513 | 7.3% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 239 | 3.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 727 | 10.4% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (03246 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,901 | 48.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 946 | 9.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 873 | 8.6% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 866 | 8.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 955 | 9.5% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 399 | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 570 | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 587 | 5.8% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (03246 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 31 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 560 | 5.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,238 | 12.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 641 | 6.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,746 | 17.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,102 | 10.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 643 | 6.4% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 817 | 8.1% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 583 | 5.8% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,736 | 27.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (03246 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 421 | 4.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,202 | 11.9% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,712 | 36.8% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,303 | 32.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,244 | 12.3% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 215 | 2.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (03246 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 1,443 | 20.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 986 | 14.1% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,189 | 17.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 2,969 | 42.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 107 | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 270 | 3.9% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 25 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (03246 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 549 | 7.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,994 | 42.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,216 | 31.7% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,230 | 17.6% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (03246 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 134 | 3.3% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 130 | 3.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 259 | 6.3% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 871 | 21.1% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,149 | 27.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,141 | 27.7% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 279 | 6.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 156 | 3.8% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (03246 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,881 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $944 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,163 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.49 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.14 | 2.38 |
Households (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 6,989 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,809 | 40.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 704 | 10.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,405 | 20.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,408 | 34.5% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,594 | 22.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,484 | 35.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.35 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.00 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (03246 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 7,186 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,471 | 34.4% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 3,236 | 45.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 301 | 4.2% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 880 | 12.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,068 | 28.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (03246 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,000 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 188 | 6.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 143 | 4.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,348 | 44.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 844 | 28.1% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 477 | 15.9% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 13,770 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,521 | 11.0% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 16,439 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,269 | 19.9% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 229 | 7.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,691 | 51.7% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,349 | 41.3% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (03246 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 14,262 | 84.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,422 | 14.3% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,111 | 45.9% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,311 | 54.1% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 821 | 33.9% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (03246 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 16,359 | 96.6% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 155 | 0.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 584 | 376.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 584 | 376.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 584 | 376.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 276 | 178.1% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 61 | 39.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 79 | 51.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (03246 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 16,216 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 15,501 | 95.6% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 715 | 4.4% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 132 | 0.8% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 393 | 2.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 119 | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 71 | 0.4% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (03246 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 6,989 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,517 | 93.2% | 89.4% |
Laconia, NH03246