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Exeter, New Hampshire

Introduction to Exeter, New Hampshire

Exeter, New Hampshire, in Rockingham county, is 15 miles NE of Haverhill, Massachusetts and 43 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. There are 14,058 residents in the town.

Exeter History

Originally inhabited by Squamscott Indians, the land on which Exeter stand today was purchased from the Native Americans by Reverend John Wheelwright in 1638. The town began with a population of 175 and was named after Exeter in Devon, England. In 1639, the Exeter Combination was signed so the community could begin to operate its own government.

Exeter and nearby Attractions

  • American Independence Museum
  • The Exeter Historical Society & Museum
  • Gilman Garrison House
  • Kingston State Park
  • Tuck Museum

Things To Do In Exeter

Exeter is home to a number of historical sites, such as the American Independence Museum. The museum houses memorabilia related to the American Independence movement and provides a glimpse into the city’s socio-cultural history. The Ioka Theatre is also a popular local attraction. Architectural structures by Arthur Gillman are highly admired locations in the city.

Exeter Transportation

Pease International is the nearest major airport.

Exeter Higher Education

One can pursue higher education at the University of New Hampshire, Northern Essex Community College and Merrimack College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 4%trophyExeter Well-Paid Single Women
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 6%Exeter Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 9%Exeter Well-Paid Single Men
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Exeter Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Exeter Low Property Crime
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Exeter College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 19%Exeter Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 19%Exeter Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Exeter, NH

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women910
Well-Paid Single Men910
Age of the Population97
Senior Citizens89
Female Share of the Population710
Male Share of the Population41
Children Under 5 Years Old25
Racial Diversity29

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married52
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults99
People in Middle Class or Better88
Median Family Income88
People Above Poverty76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home106
Walking and Biking to Work910
Public Transportation Use69
Short Commute Times58

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals810
Seasonal and Vacation Housing82
People Living Alone810
Housing Recently Built64
Affordability of Rents33
Affordability of Property Taxes21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime97
Low Violent Crime97

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