Keene

Cheshire County, New Hampshire

Population 77K |Median income $83,329 |1 hospital

Population

77,297

Cheshire County

Median Income

$83,329

+23% vs avg

Median Home Value

$280,100

+23% vs avg

Median Age

43.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

77K+1%

Median Income

$83,329+51%

Median Home Value

$280,100+43%

Poverty Rate

8.7%-24%

Unemployment

3.3%-63%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,276/mo

Poverty Rate

8.7% -39% vs avg

Unemployment 3.3%

Bachelor's Degree+ 35.5%

Work From Home 13.1%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 92%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%

Asian 0.9%

African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

33.5%

High Blood Pressure

33.3%

Obesity

29.9%

Physical Inactivity

20.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.8%

Binge Drinking

15.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.7%

Current Smoking

11.9%

Current Asthma

10.5%

Diabetes

9.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 65.4%

Annual Checkup 74.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

Coronary Heart Disease

6.6%

Stroke

3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CHESHIRE MEDICAL CENTER

KEENE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Keene Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Coastal Waters and Apalachee Bay

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Until 4:15 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Weather Alerts

Special Weather Statement: Heavy Snow Expected for Tamworth, Sydenham, and South Frontenac

ECCC · 1d ago

Weather Alerts high

Dust Storm Warning Issued for Armstrong and Donley Counties in Texas Panhandle

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Keene, NH? ▼

Keene, NH has a population of 77,297 people, located in Cheshire County, New Hampshire.

What is the median household income in Keene? ▼

The median household income in Keene, NH is $83,329 per year. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

What is the median home value in Keene? ▼

The median home value in Keene, NH is $280,100. Median rent is $1,276/month.

What are the top health concerns in Keene? ▼

The top health indicators in Keene include Short Sleep Duration (33.5%), High Blood Pressure (33.3%), Obesity (29.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Keene? ▼

Keene has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Keene? ▼

The median age in Keene, NH is 43.6 years. 35.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Keene, NH is located in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. With a population of 77K and a median household income of $83,329, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Keene area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cheshire County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.