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Nashua

Hillsborough CountyMerrimack ValleyPopulation: 91,322

Overview

Nashua consistently ranks among the best places to live in America, offering an ideal blend of economic opportunity, quality schools, and convenient location. Situated along the Massachusetts border in southern New Hampshire, Nashua provides easy access to Boston while maintaining its own distinct identity as a thriving commercial center. The city's diverse economy includes technology, healthcare, and retail sectors, with major employers like BAE Systems and St. Joseph Hospital. The city's excellent school system, including Nashua High School North and South, attracts families seeking quality education. Downtown Nashua has experienced significant revitalization, with new restaurants, breweries, and entertainment venues complementing historic architecture. The city offers abundant recreational opportunities, from the Nashua River Rail Trail to Mine Falls Park's 325 acres of trails and waterways. Nashua's housing market offers variety, from historic homes in the Tree Streets neighborhood to modern developments in North Nashua. The city's location provides the best of both worlds: New Hampshire's tax advantages and lifestyle, with Boston's job market and cultural attractions just 45 minutes away. This combination makes Nashua particularly attractive to commuters and businesses seeking lower operating costs.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Top-rated schools
  • Boston commute
  • Strong economy
  • Low crime

Cons

  • High housing costs
  • Traffic to Boston
  • Suburban sprawl

Climate & Environment

Summer Avg High
81.9°F
Winter Avg High
38.7°F
Annual Snowfall
44.2 in
Annual Rainfall
49.1 in
Sunny Days/Year
263
Data source: Open-Meteo / ERA5Updated 7/4/2026

Transportation & Commute

Commute to Major Cities

Boston
43 mi
~63 min drive
Manchester
19 mi
~28 min drive
Portsmouth
56 mi
~76 min drive
Concord
34 mi
~46 min drive
Data source: OpenRouteService / OpenStreetMapUpdated 7/3/2026

Economy & Demographics

💰Income

Median Household Income
$88,766
Per Capita Income
$48,083
Median Family Income
$109,271

🏠Housing Costs

Median Home Value
$344,900
Median Rent
$1,434/mo
Homeownership Rate
55.54%

💼Employment

Unemployment Rate
5.08%
In Labor Force
54,246
Work From Home
1.67%

🎓Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher
25.75%
Total with Degree
17,117

🚗Commute

Work From Home
1.67%

👥Demographics

Median Age
40.1 years
Avg Household Size
2.39 people
Data source: Census ACS 2022 (5-Year)Census Data Year: 2022Updated 7/3/2026

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