03253 ZIP Code
Meredith, New hampshire
December 26, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 03253 |
| City/Town: | Meredith |
| County: | Belknap |
| State: | New hampshire |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 6,701 |
| Median Household Income: | $65,490 |
| Per Capita Income: | $35,842 |
| Total Housing Units: | 5,251 |
| Median Home Value: | $403,300 |
| Land Area: | 37.5 sq miles
97.0 sq km |
| Water Area: | 14.9 sq miles
38.5 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 43.6312, -71.4986 |
Population Information (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 6,701 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,400 | 50.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 3,301 | 49.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 55.3 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 108 | 1.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 205 | 3.1% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 240 | 3.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 460 | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 432 | 6.4% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 607 | 9.1% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 318 | 4.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 955 | 14.3% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 504 | 7.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 774 | 11.6% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,264 | 18.9% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 401 | 6.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 433 | 6.5% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $403,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,176 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 5,251 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 3,249 | 61.9% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,002 | 38.1% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,508 | 77.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 741 | 22.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 5,256 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 22 | 0.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 187 | 3.6% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,388 | 26.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,025 | 19.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 321 | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,231 | 23.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,082 | 20.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 44.0% | 34.3% |
Income Information (03253 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $65,490 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $101,104 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $101,176 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $35,842 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 3,184 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,055 | 95.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 129 | 4.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,886 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,191 | 71.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 459 | 15.0% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 383 | 12.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 22 | 0.7% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 6,396 | 95.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 28 | 0.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 22 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 111 | 1.7% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 20 | 0.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 124 | 1.9% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 90 | 1.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 64 | 1.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 35 | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 29 | 0.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (03253 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 131 | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 175 | 5.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 248 | 7.6% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 350 | 10.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 456 | 14.0% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 409 | 12.6% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 300 | 9.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 466 | 14.3% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 352 | 10.8% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 362 | 11.1% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (03253 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 2,095 | 68.6% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 189 | 6.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 13 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 44 | 1.4% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 35 | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 620 | 20.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 26.7 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (03253 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 295 | 9.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 277 | 9.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 47 | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 269 | 8.8% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 37 | 1.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 92 | 3.0% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 129 | 4.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 471 | 15.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 724 | 23.7% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 470 | 15.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 175 | 5.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 69 | 2.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 11.0% | 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 (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 6,170 | 92.1% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 4,543 | 67.8% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 3,054 | 45.6% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 483 | 7.2% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (03253 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,108 | 64.9% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,600 | 49.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,125 | 34.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 278 | 8.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 62 | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 157 | 4.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (03253 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,129 | 78.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 101 | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 144 | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 221 | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 83 | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 89 | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 212 | 4.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 272 | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (03253 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 318 | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 784 | 14.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 567 | 10.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 768 | 14.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,102 | 21.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 382 | 7.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 283 | 5.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 230 | 4.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 817 | 15.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (03253 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 204 | 3.9% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 387 | 7.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,554 | 29.6% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,111 | 40.2% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 813 | 15.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 182 | 3.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (03253 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 114 | 3.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 877 | 27.0% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 390 | 12.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,587 | 48.8% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 220 | 6.8% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 43 | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 18 | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (03253 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 107 | 3.3% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,345 | 41.4% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 991 | 30.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 806 | 24.8% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (03253 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 144 | 5.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 84 | 3.3% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 52 | 2.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 100 | 4.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 478 | 19.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 777 | 31.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 521 | 20.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 352 | 14.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (03253 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,109 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $756 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,176 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.19 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.55 | 2.38 |
Households (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 3,249 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,449 | 44.6% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 245 | 7.5% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 897 | 27.6% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 652 | 20.1% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 561 | 17.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,559 | 48.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.05 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.69 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (03253 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,152 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 922 | 29.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,510 | 47.9% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 217 | 6.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 480 | 15.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 876 | 27.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (03253 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 1,003 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 26 | 2.6% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 77 | 7.7% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 246 | 24.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 517 | 51.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 137 | 13.7% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 5,864 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 490 | 8.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 6,653 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,298 | 19.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 33 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 509 | 39.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 756 | 58.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (03253 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 6,074 | 90.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 627 | 9.4% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 256 | 40.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 371 | 59.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 101 | 16.1% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (03253 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 6,368 | 95.0% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 107 | 1.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 333 | 311.2% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 333 | 311.2% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 333 | 311.2% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 107 | 100.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 29 | 27.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 90 | 84.1% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (03253 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,593 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 6,379 | 96.8% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 214 | 3.2% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 43 | 0.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 60 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 111 | 1.7% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (03253 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 3,249 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 2,961 | 91.1% | 89.4% |
Meredith, NH03253