Concord, NH

Concord, New Hampshire

Introduction to Concord, New Hampshire

Concord is located in Merrimack County and is the capital of New Hampshire. The city includes the communities of Penacook, East Concord and West Concord. The Merrimack River travels through the municipality. The downtown area is situated on a terrace located west of the River. Neighborhoods in the city are positioned on small hills. Penacook Lake is in the vicinity.

Concord Heights, situated on a bluff, primarily serves as a center for commerce. The city is recognized as a major center for health care and is home to several significant insurance companies.

History

The region was home to the Abenaki Native Americans known as the Penacook. In 1725 the area was established as the Plantation of Penacook. In 1734 the city was incorporated and was called Rumford. In 1765 Governor Benning Wentworth changed the name of the town to Concord. The area became increasingly more significant throughout most of the 18th century. The central location of Concord was a primary factor for the city becoming the state capital in 1808. The opening of a canal and lock system which gave boats the opportunity to travel around the Amoskeag Falls and continue to Boston was a significant factor for choosing Concord as the state capital.

The city became recognized as a major center for the manufacturing of furniture as well as a source for granite. In 1828 the company known as Abbot-Downing Coaches was established. The Concord Coach was their most well known model. Beginning in 1842 the town became a center for the railroad industry and was a primary factor for the population of Concord to almost double in size within a decade.

Places of Interest

The city is home to numerous noteworthy landmarks and popular attractions including:

• The New Hampshire State House.
• The Eagle Hotel provided meals for Presidents Benjamin Harrison, Ulysses S. Grant and Rutherford Hayes.
• Phenix Hall.
• The Walker-Woodman House is recognized as the oldest home in Concord.
• Pierce Manse was the residence of President Franklin Pierce before and after his presidency.
• New Hampshire Historical Society.
• Christa McAuliffe Planetarium.
• 118-158 North Main Street showcases four noteworthy buildings constructed in the 19th century.
• State Block.
• James R. Hill Building.
• Chase Block.
• Railroad Square.
• Endicott Hotel.
• Capital Center for the Arts.

Transportation

Interstates 89 and 93 are the primary interstates that serve the city. U.S. Route 3 is recognized as the the city's Main Street. Air flights are provided at the Manchester - Boston Regional Airport.

Higher Education

The Franklin Pierce Law Center and Hesser College - Concord are located in the city.

High Points

Concord strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Hampshire):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 6%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 10%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 13%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State)	Top 14%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of Concord, NH

Comparing Concord to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Hampshire (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Female Share of the Population
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Concord Almanac

Concord Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Concord Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Concord residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Concord, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Concord Public Libraries

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Concord Hospitals

CONCORD HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
250 PLEASANT ST
(603) 225-2711
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Concord

Concord High Schools (2004)

CONCORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
170 WARREN ST
603-225-0800
Serves 1,839 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16.2

MERRIMACK VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
106 VILLAGE ST
603-753-4311
Serves 896 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15.2

Concord Colleges

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Esthetics Institute at Concord Academy

Franklin Pierce Law Center

Granite State College

Hesser College

NHTI, Concord's Community College

(List of All New Hampshire Colleges)

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