What are the schools like in North Walpole, NH?

North Walpole is served primarily by Fall Mountain Regional School District. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in North Walpole?

The median household income in North Walpole, NH is $79,318 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

What is the weather like in North Walpole, NH?

North Walpole has an average high temperature of 30.9°F in January and 80.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 59.9 inches.

North Walpole, NH Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is North Walpole, NH affordable or expensive?

North Walpole's cost of living index is 100, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Walpole is 0% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $173,500 and the median rent is $1,153 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Walpole, NH?

North Walpole has a violent crime rate of 144.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 979.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Walpole, NH a Good Place to Live?

North Walpole is a small town of 558 in New Hampshire, with a median household income of $79,318 and a 2.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 100 (US average = 100), which is 0% above the national average.

Strengths: North Walpole stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether North Walpole is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Walpole city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 100.1

North Walpole's overall cost of living index is 100.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Walpole costs roughly 0% more than the average American city.

Metric	North Walpole, NH	National Avg
Median Home Value	$173,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,153	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$79,318	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Walpole's violent crime rate is 144.6 per 100,000 residents — 62% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

144.6 /100k

Property Crime

979.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

North Walpole is served primarily by Fall Mountain Regional School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Walpole, NH	National Avg
School District	Fall Mountain Regional School District	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Walpole sees average highs of 30.9°F in January and 80.7°F in July, with 44.9 inches of annual precipitation and 59.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Walpole, NH
Average High — January	30.9°F
Average High — July	80.7°F
Annual Precipitation	44.9"
Annual Snowfall	59.9"

Demographics

Metric	North Walpole, NH	National Avg
Population	558	—
Median Age	37.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.0%	22.2%
65 and over	18.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bellows Falls, VT 1 mi North Westminster, VT 2 mi Saxtons River, VT 3 mi Westminster, VT 5 mi Walpole, NH 5 mi

ZIP Codes in North Walpole

North Walpole, NH is covered by 1 ZIP code:

03609

North Walpole vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Walpole, NH affordable or expensive?

North Walpole's cost of living index is 100, where 100 is the national average. That puts North Walpole roughly 0% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $173,500 and median rent is $1,153/month.

What is the crime rate in North Walpole, NH?

North Walpole's violent crime rate is 144.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 979.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Walpole?

Public schools in North Walpole are operated by Fall Mountain Regional School District. The district has 6 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 31.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Walpole, NH a good place to live?

North Walpole, NH has a population of 558, a median household income of $79,318, and an unemployment rate of 2.6%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in North Walpole?

North Walpole averages 30.9°F in January and 80.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.9 inches with about 59.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Walpole?

North Walpole, NH is covered by 1 ZIP code: 03609.

What is the population of North Walpole?

The population of North Walpole, New Hampshire is 558 with a median age of 37.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Walpole?

Key numbers for living in North Walpole: cost of living index 100 (100 = US average), median home $173,500, median household income $79,318, crime index 41 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Walpole side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.