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Portsmouth

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Welcome to Portsmouth

The coastal city of Portsmouth, NH has it all – a bustling downtown, wonderful architecture, a vibrant arts community, an active working waterfront with ships from all over the world, and a long, fascinating history. Prescott Park, a large waterfront park with beautiful gardens and a view of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, comes alive in the summer with plays and concerts for people of all ages.
 
Strawbery Banke is a campus of historic buildings open for tours led by interpreters in period dress, and also the host of some of the city’s well-known events, such as the holiday Candlelight Stroll, as well as an outdoor ice skating rink for winter fun. Micro-brews, boat rides, waterfront dining, shopping, ice cream shops, and The Music Hall – a Victorian-era theater, provide an abundance of fun. Portsmouth is home to a variety of neighborhoods to call home.

Overview for Portsmouth, NH

22,904 people live in Portsmouth, where the median age is 43.1 and the average individual income is $62,942. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,904

Total Population

43.1 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$62,942

Average individual Income

Around Portsmouth, NH

There's plenty to do around Portsmouth, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

2
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
29
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Richardson's Market, STOCK+SPICE, and A Southern Girl Bakery.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.53 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.43 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.11 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 2.48 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.13 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.36 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Portsmouth, NH

Portsmouth has 10,851 households, with an average household size of 2.07. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Portsmouth do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 22,904 people call Portsmouth home. The population density is 963.57 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,904

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43.1

Median Age

47.84 / 52.16%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
10,851

Total Households

2.07

Average Household Size

$62,942

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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