Hampton Falls

Rockingham Countyβ€’Seacoast Regionβ€’Population: 2,403

Overview

Hampton Falls is a small, affluent town in Rockingham County just inland from the Seacoast, known for its rural character and strong public schools. The town's farmland and open space have remained largely intact despite its proximity to the busy Hampton beach area.

The Taylor River and surrounding farmland give Hampton Falls a quieter, more pastoral feel than its coastal neighbor, while the town's location keeps beaches and Seacoast amenities within a short drive. A handful of local businesses and farm stands anchor the town's modest commercial presence.

Housing in Hampton Falls commands a premium, reflecting demand from families seeking strong schools and rural character close to the coast. The town draws affluent families and retirees who want Seacoast access without living directly on the beach.

Pros & Cons

βœ“ Pros

  • β€’Excellent schools
  • β€’Affluent
  • β€’Near coast
  • β€’Rural character

βœ— Cons

  • β€’Very expensive
  • β€’Small town
  • β€’Limited services

Cost of Owning Here

Official property tax rates published by the NH Department of Revenue Administration, plus estimated tax bills for Hampton Falls.

2025 Local Tax Rate
$14.80
per $1,000 assessed value
2025 Effective (Equalized) Rate
$12.12
Equalization ratio: 82%
Municipal
$2.89
Local School
$10.15
State Education
$1.14
County
$0.62

Why "Effective Rate" is a better comparison

New Hampshire towns do not all assess property at the same percentage of market value. The state publishes an annual equalization ratio for every municipality showing how close local assessments are to full market value. A town that assesses homes at only 64% of market value will show an artificially high tax rate compared to a town that assesses at 100%. Multiplying the local rate by the equalization ratio produces an effective (equalized) rate that can be fairly compared across any two towns in the state.

YearTotal RateEffective RateMunicipalLocal SchoolState Ed.County
2025$14.80$12.12$2.89$10.15$1.14$0.62

Source: NH DRA

Example Tax Bills for 2025

Home ValueEstimated Annual TaxEstimated Monthly
$250,000$3,700$308
$350,000$5,180$432
$500,000$7,400$617
$750,000$11,100$925
$1,000,000$14,800$1,233

Estimates calculated using the 2025 local tax rate of $14.80 per $1,000 of assessed value. Actual tax bills depend on your property's specific assessed value and any exemptions or credits you may qualify for.

Climate & Environment

Summer Avg High
78.8Β°F
Winter Avg High
38.8Β°F
Annual Snowfall
40.6 in
Annual Rainfall
48.4 in
Sunny Days/Year
271
Data source: Open-Meteo / ERA5 β€’ Updated 7/3/2026

Transportation & Commute

Commute to Major Cities

Boston
45 mi
~62 min drive
Manchester
37 mi
~48 min drive
Portsmouth
18 mi
~27 min drive
Concord
52 mi
~63 min drive
Data source: OpenRouteService / OpenStreetMap β€’ Updated 7/3/2026

Recreation & Outdoors

Outdoor Recreation Score
5/100
Trail Miles
0.0
0
Boat Launches
1
00

Winter & Camping

Snowmobile Trails:0 miles
XC Ski Trails:0 miles
0

Economy & Demographics

πŸ’°Income

Median Household Income
$152,045
Per Capita Income
$67,887
Median Family Income
$155,568

🏠Housing Costs

Median Home Value
$596,000
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Homeownership Rate
88.9%

πŸ’ΌEmployment

Unemployment Rate
3.34%
In Labor Force
1,316
Work From Home
2.42%

πŸŽ“Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher
35.2%
Total with Degree
610

πŸš—Commute

Work From Home
2.42%

πŸ‘₯Demographics

Median Age
46.2 years
Avg Household Size
2.72 people
Data source: Census ACS 2022 (5-Year) β€’ Census Data Year: 2022 β€’ Updated 7/3/2026

Condo Communities in Hampton Falls

one registered condo association β€” offering active low-maintenance living options.

Source: Rockingham County Audit - AI Discovery (data as of August 2026)

Compare Hampton Falls with Other Towns

See how Hampton Falls stacks up against other NH communities.