03878 ZIP Code
Somersworth, New hampshire
December 26, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 03878 |
| City/Town: | Somersworth |
| County: | Strafford |
| State: | New hampshire |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 12,088 |
| Median Household Income: | $75,833 |
| Per Capita Income: | $45,091 |
| Total Housing Units: | 5,753 |
| Median Home Value: | $265,200 |
| Land Area: | 9.8 sq miles
25.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.2 sq miles
0.5 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 43.2535, -70.8879 |
Population Information (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 12,088 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 6,132 | 50.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 5,956 | 49.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 38.2 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 459 | 3.8% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 242 | 2.0% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 964 | 8.0% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 694 | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 685 | 5.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,436 | 20.2% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,468 | 12.1% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,658 | 13.7% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 780 | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 908 | 7.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,120 | 9.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 566 | 4.7% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 108 | 0.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $265,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.3 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,330 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 5,753 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 5,284 | 91.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 469 | 8.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 3,440 | 65.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,844 | 34.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 9,044 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 127 | 1.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 353 | 3.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,163 | 23.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,487 | 27.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,401 | 15.5% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,769 | 19.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 744 | 8.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 94.7% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 27.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (03878 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $75,833 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $89,395 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $83,218 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $45,091 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 7,401 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 7,046 | 97.2% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 202 | 2.8% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,857 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 5,900 | 83.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 884 | 12.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 250 | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 12 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 10,328 | 85.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 241 | 2.0% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 6 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 534 | 4.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 205 | 1.7% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 774 | 6.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 525 | 4.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 553 | 4.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 213 | 1.8% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 158 | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 182 | 1.5% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (03878 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 115 | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 183 | 3.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 341 | 6.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 343 | 6.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 493 | 9.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,062 | 20.1% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,035 | 19.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 814 | 15.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 619 | 11.7% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 279 | 5.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (03878 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 5,305 | 75.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 894 | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 168 | 2.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 15 | 0.2% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 102 | 1.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 505 | 7.2% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 25.1 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (03878 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 19 | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 196 | 2.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,352 | 19.2% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 109 | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 840 | 11.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 456 | 6.5% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 99 | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 435 | 6.2% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 894 | 12.7% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,300 | 18.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 558 | 7.9% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 228 | 3.2% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 560 | 7.9% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 8.7% | 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 (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 11,248 | 93.1% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 8,920 | 73.8% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 3,866 | 32.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 677 | 5.6% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (03878 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 4,212 | 79.7% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,516 | 28.7% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,529 | 28.9% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 470 | 8.9% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 184 | 3.5% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 354 | 6.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (03878 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,740 | 47.6% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 57 | 1.0% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 954 | 16.6% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 634 | 11.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 150 | 2.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 225 | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 587 | 10.2% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 406 | 7.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (03878 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 198 | 3.4% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 404 | 7.0% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 406 | 7.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 953 | 16.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 704 | 12.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 642 | 11.2% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 672 | 11.7% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 282 | 4.9% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,492 | 25.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (03878 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 187 | 3.3% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 658 | 11.4% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,915 | 33.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,159 | 37.5% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 642 | 11.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 192 | 3.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (03878 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 915 | 17.3% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 649 | 12.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 512 | 9.7% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 2,839 | 53.7% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 88 | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 281 | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (03878 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 391 | 7.4% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,648 | 31.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,300 | 43.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 945 | 17.9% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (03878 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 298 | 8.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 56 | 1.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 168 | 4.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 288 | 8.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,384 | 40.2% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,167 | 33.9% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 63 | 1.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 16 | 0.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (03878 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,175 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $856 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,330 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.46 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.96 | 2.38 |
Households (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 5,284 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,283 | 43.2% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,003 | 19.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 971 | 18.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,383 | 26.2% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,581 | 29.9% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,400 | 26.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.29 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.74 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (03878 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 5,215 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,130 | 40.8% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,293 | 44.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 76 | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 682 | 13.1% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,518 | 29.1% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (03878 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,391 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 58 | 2.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,143 | 47.8% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 524 | 21.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 666 | 27.9% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 9,781 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 869 | 8.9% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 11,925 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,610 | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 105 | 6.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 924 | 57.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 581 | 36.1% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (03878 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 10,449 | 86.4% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,543 | 12.8% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 754 | 48.9% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 777 | 50.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 376 | 24.4% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 12 | 0.8% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (03878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 11,372 | 94.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 284 | 2.3% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 716 | 252.1% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 716 | 252.1% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 716 | 252.1% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 117 | 41.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 106 | 37.3% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 32 | 11.3% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (03878 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 11,629 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 10,837 | 93.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 792 | 6.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 144 | 1.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 161 | 1.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 367 | 3.2% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 120 | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (03878 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 5,284 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 5,044 | 95.5% | 89.4% |
Somersworth, NH03878