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Introduction to Windham, New Hampshire
Windham, New Hampshire, in Rockingham county, is 8 miles E of Nashua, New Hampshire and 33 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. There are an estimated 10,709 people in the town.
Windham History
In 1719, Scottish immigrants became the first Europeans to settle in Windham. Prior to that, Pawtucket Indians inhabited the area. The Town of Windham was officially incorporated in 1742. It was named in honor of Sir Charles Wyndham, the 2nd Earl of Egremont. The town is located in Rockingham County, which was established in 1769.
Windham and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Windham
Canobie Lake Park is a popular recreational spot among locals. The Children's Metamorphosis Museum is an interactive museum popular among kids. The town also offers easy access to the Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest, the Georgetown Rowley State Forest and Kingston State Park.
Windham Transportation
Logan International is the nearest major airport.
Windham Higher Education
The University of Massachusetts-Lowell, Northern Essex Community College and Merrimack College offer courses in higher education.
Windham 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 2% |  |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 3% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Windham to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Hampshire (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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