ZIP Code 03839, New Hampshire
ZIP Code 03839 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 03839 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Strafford County, New Hampshire. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,279. The land area covers 7.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,279 | ±483 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,671 | ±198 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,777 | ±199 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,671 | ±198 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 106 | ±92 |
| Median Home Value | $335,600 | ±$24,614 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,549 | ±$217 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,346 | ±$20,455 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,588 | ±$4,013 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 276 | ±153 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,401 | ±363 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±1.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 134,202 (2024)
ID: 202147
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
259 COUNTY FARM RD, STE 204, DOVER NH 03820-6040
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Alfred, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Alton, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ctr. Barnstead, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Barrington, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Barrington, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rochester, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Springvale, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | South Berwick, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rochester, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Northwood, NH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 456 High Street, Somersworth, NH, 03878 |
6036921515
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ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 65 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ROCHESTER, NH, 03867 |
(603) 332-1428
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University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
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College | 9.6 mi away | 105 Main St., Thompson Hall, Durham, NH, 03824-3547 |
6038621234
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BARRINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 105 RAMSDELL LANE, BARRINGTON, NH, 03825 |
(603) 664-9715
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Great Bay Community College
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College | 16.5 mi away | 320 Corporate Drive, Portsmouth, NH, 03801-2879 |
6034277600
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EAST ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 935 PORTLAND STREET, EAST ROCHESTER, NH, 03868 |
(603) 332-8013
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Paul Mitchell the School-Portsmouth
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College Vocational | 17.5 mi away | 140 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03801-4084 |
6034367775
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SOMERSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 25 MAIN STREET, SOMERSWORTH, NH, 03878 |
(603) 692-4587
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York County Community College
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College | 20.0 mi away | 112 College Drive, Wells, ME, 04090 |
2072164300
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BERWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 103 OLD PINE HILL ROAD NORTH, BERWICK, ME, 03901 |
(207) 698-5737
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ROCHESTER SKYHAVEN AP, NH US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 03839. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.6° | 15.4° | 24.0° | 2.53" | — |
| February | 35.4° | 17.0° | 26.2° | 2.22" | — |
| March | 43.5° | 24.7° | 34.1° | 3.72" | — |
| April | 56.7° | 34.7° | 45.7° | 3.67" | — |
| May | 67.4° | 44.8° | 56.1° | 3.52" | — |
| June | 77.0° | 54.2° | 65.6° | 3.86" | — |
| July | 81.9° | 59.6° | 70.8° | 3.52" | — |
| August | 80.6° | 57.9° | 69.3° | 3.17" | — |
| September | 72.6° | 50.3° | 61.5° | 3.43" | — |
| October | 60.3° | 39.4° | 49.8° | 4.39" | — |
| November | 48.0° | 30.7° | 39.4° | 3.89" | — |
| December | 37.4° | 21.9° | 29.6° | 3.30" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester city | City | 1.9 mi | — |
| Somersworth city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Berwick CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Dover city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Durham CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Milton CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 03839. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.