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Alton, New Hampshire, in Belknap county, is 33 miles N of Manchester, New Hampshire (center to center) and 76 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 4,502.
In Alton, about 65% of adults are married.
In 2000, Alton had a median family income of $46,467. Alton benefits from its educated workforce.
In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Alton residents, with $2,900. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
In Alton, 81% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. If you prefer houses that are on the new side, Alton may be the place for you - the average age of homes here is quite young.
In Alton, 95% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Alton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Hampshire (State):
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| College Educated Adults |  | |
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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