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Windham

Rockingham CountyMonadnock RegionPopulation: 15,817

Overview

Windham offers upscale suburban living with excellent schools and convenient access to major employment centers. Located in Rockingham County along I-93 and Route 111, Windham provides easy commuting to Manchester, Nashua, and Boston while maintaining a residential, family-oriented character. The town's commitment to preserving open space and rural character, despite growth pressure, has created a community that balances development with conservation. Windham's school system consistently ranks among New Hampshire's best, with high per-pupil spending and strong academic performance attracting families willing to pay premium housing prices. The town offers excellent recreational facilities, including Windham Rail Trail, Cobbetts Pond for swimming and boating, and numerous conservation areas. Windham's community events and active volunteer organizations foster strong neighborhood connections. The town's housing market features primarily single-family homes on larger lots, with many properties offering privacy and natural settings. Windham attracts successful professionals, families prioritizing education, and those seeking a more rural suburban lifestyle. While property values and taxes are relatively high, residents value the combination of excellent schools, natural beauty, convenient location, and strong community that Windham provides.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Excellent schools
  • Rural character
  • Safe
  • MA access

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Limited services
  • Commuter town
  • No downtown

Transportation & Commute

Commute to Major Cities

Boston
37 mi
~45 min drive
Manchester
19 mi
~27 min drive
Portsmouth
47 mi
~59 min drive
Concord
35 mi
~46 min drive
Data source: OpenRouteService / OpenStreetMapUpdated 7/3/2026

Economy & Demographics

💰Income

Median Household Income
$171,563
Per Capita Income
$71,367
Median Family Income
$178,229

🏠Housing Costs

Median Home Value
$609,900
Median Rent
$2,721/mo
Homeownership Rate
95.35%

💼Employment

Unemployment Rate
3.47%
In Labor Force
7,643
Work From Home
0.74%

🎓Education

Bachelor's Degree or Higher
34.16%
Total with Degree
3,601

🚗Commute

Work From Home
0.74%

👥Demographics

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

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