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Introduction to Amherst, New Hampshire
Amherst, New Hampshire is 10 miles NW of Nashua, New Hampshire and 45 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. It is in Hillsborough county. The population of the town is 10,769.
Amherst History
New Hampshire was initially a part of Massachusetts’s northern frontier. Prior to 1675, Algonquian-speaking Native Americans inhabited the area. The area was then known as “Souhegan West.” New Hampshire was officially separated from Massachusetts in 1742. Amherst Village was incorporated as the Town of Amherst in 1760. The community was named in honor of Lord Jeffrey Amherst.
Amherst and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Amherst
Dream Lake and Little Baboosic Lake are popular local recreational spots. One may also visit the Ponemah Bog Wildlife Refuge from Amherst. The numerous parks in the area include the Curtiss Dogwood Natural Area, the Marshall State Forest and the Greenfield State Park.
Amherst Transportation
Logan International is the nearest major airport.
Amherst Higher Education
One can pursue higher studies at New Hampshire College, Middlesex Community College, Fitchburg State College and Brandeis University.
Amherst strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Hampshire):
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| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 3% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
Comparing Amherst to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Hampshire (State):
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