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Gilsum, NH


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Gilsum, New Hampshire

Gilsum, New Hampshire, in Cheshire county, is 41 miles W of Manchester, New Hampshire (center to center) and 77 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. The town contains a population of approximately 777.

The People and Families of Gilsum

In Gilsum, about 60% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Gilsum had a median family income of $50,469.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Gilsum favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the town.

Gilsum Housing

Gilsum has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 88% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Gilsum, 95% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the town -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 14%Gilsum Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Gilsum, NH

Comparing Gilsum 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 Men86
Well-Paid Single Women86
Age of the Population88
Male Share of the Population85
Female Share of the Population36
Senior Citizens24
Racial Diversity21
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married85
Average Household Size64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better95
Median Family Income84
College Educated Adults83
People Above Poverty84

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Working at Home41
Short Commute Times36
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing95
Housing Recently Built52
People Living Alone47
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals33
Affordability of Rents24
Affordability of Property Taxes16
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