Facts & Figures
- Population Growth
- Household Income
- Income Compared
- Age Demographics
- Education
- Occupations
- Home Values
ABOUT PELHAM POPULATION GROWTH
Pelham has experienced steady and measured population growth every decade over the past 60 years.
The 2008 US Census projection for Pelham NH was 12,581, which ranked 24th among New Hampshire's incorporated cities and towns.
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Source: Pelham Master Plan, August 5, 2002, citing 2000 US Census and 2008 US Census projections and NH Employment Security.
ABOUT PELHAM HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Pelham's Median Household Income is 37% higher than the national average.
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Source: US Census Bureau, 2000 Summary Data.
ABOUT PELHAM HOUSEHOLD INCOME VS. STATE AVERAGES
Pelham's Median Household Income is consistently higher than the NH state average, with Pelham NH residents having more wealth than the state average.
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Source: US Census Bureau, 2000 Summary Data.
ABOUT POPULATION BY AGE GROUP
The majority of Pelham's residents are middle-aged professionals with families – a demographic known to be avid consumers of numerous goods and services. The median age for Pelham NH’s residents is 36 years.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2000 Summary Data.
ABOUT RESIDENT EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT
Pelham NH's population is highly educated by local, state and national standards, with 87.2% of Pelham’s adult population being high school graduates, 42% holding a college degree, and 24% holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2000.
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 Farming/Fishing/Forestry |
 Production, Transportation |
ABOUT RESIDENT OCCUPATIONS
Pelham NH was founded on core industries such as farming and logging, but today’s population had evolved with the times. Over 36% of Pelham residents work in a professional or managerial position, and over 25% serve in sales and office positions.
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Source: US Census Bureau, 2000.
ABOUT MEDIAN HOME VALUES
Pelham NH is an excellent place to invest in home ownership. Pelham’s median home values are 27% higher than the New Hampshire average, and over 41% higher than the national average.
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Source: Source: NH Association of Realtors, Northern New England Real Estate Network (NNEREN) and National Association of Realtors.
