ZIP Code 03872, New Hampshire
ZIP Code 03872 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 03872 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carroll County, New Hampshire. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,438. The land area covers 52.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,438 | ±506 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,584 | ±266 | 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 | 2,478 | ±339 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,584 | ±266 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 894 | ±298 |
| Median Home Value | $334,400 | ±$40,111 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $109,583 | ±$23,414 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,556 | ±$7,655 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% | ±5.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 286 | ±254 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,494 | ±489 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.3% | ±5.2% |
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: 52,580 (2024)
ID: 193707
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
PO BOX 152, OSSIPEE NH 03864-0152
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Acton, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Alton, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Springvale, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Wolfeboro, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Wolfeboro, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FARMINGTON, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Gilmanton IW, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Lebanon, ME | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Farmington, NH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wolfeboro, 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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Lakes Region Community College
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College | 21.4 mi away | 379 Belmont Road, Laconia, NH, 03246 |
6035243207
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WAKEFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 2699 WAKEFIELD ROAD, WAKEFIELD, NH, 03872 |
(603) 522-3032
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Empire Beauty School-Laconia
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College Vocational | 21.6 mi away | 556 Main St, Laconia, NH, 03246 |
6035248777
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GAFNEY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 14 HIGH STREET, SANBORNVILLE, NH, 03872 |
(603) 522-3401
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Empire Beauty School-Somersworth
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College Vocational | 24.9 mi away | 456 High Street, Somersworth, NH, 03878 |
6036921515
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MILTON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 13 MAIN STREET, MILTON MILLS, NH, 03852 |
(603) 473-8535
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ACTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 35 H ROAD, ACTON, ME, 04001 |
(207) 636-2781
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WOLFEBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 259 SOUTH MAIN STREET, WOLFEBORO, NH, 03894 |
(603) 569-2428
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SHAPLEIGH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 607 SHAPLEIGH CORNER ROAD, SHAPLEIGH, ME, 04076 |
(207) 636-3630
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NEW DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 2 OLD BAY ROAD, NEW DURHAM, NH, 03855 |
(603) 859-2201
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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 SANFORD 2 NNW, ME US, located 15.3 miles from ZCTA5 03872. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.7° | 9.9° | 20.8° | 3.68" | — |
| February | 35.3° | 11.3° | 23.3° | 3.62" | — |
| March | 43.5° | 19.9° | 31.7° | 4.70" | — |
| April | 56.8° | 30.4° | 43.6° | 4.60" | — |
| May | 67.8° | 40.8° | 54.3° | 3.83" | — |
| June | 76.2° | 50.5° | 63.3° | 4.56" | — |
| July | 81.3° | 56.1° | 68.7° | 3.96" | — |
| August | 80.3° | 54.5° | 67.4° | 3.94" | — |
| September | 72.8° | 47.0° | 59.9° | 3.82" | — |
| October | 60.5° | 35.6° | 48.1° | 5.35" | — |
| November | 48.2° | 26.7° | 37.5° | 4.46" | — |
| December | 37.2° | 17.3° | 27.3° | 4.79" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanbornville CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Union CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Milton Mills CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Wolfeboro CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
| Alton CDP | CDP | 11.9 mi | — |
| Farmington CDP | CDP | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 03872. • 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.