Jaffrey, NH

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Jaffrey Overview

3,036
TOTAL POPULATION
1,502
MALE POPULATION
1,534
FEMALE POPULATION
97.91
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.13
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,798
PER CAPITA INCOME
$117,554
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$86,384
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,666
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.4%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Jaffrey Zip Codes

Jaffrey Area Codes

Race in Jaffrey

The most populous races in Jaffrey are White / Caucasian (2,723 | 89.7%), Two or more Races (183 | 6.0%), and Black / African American (61 | 2.0%).
Race in Jaffrey
Race# Population% Population
Asian531.8%
Black / African American612.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino471.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,72389.7%
Two or more Races1836.0%
Some other Race160.5%
Total3,036100.0%

Ancestry in Jaffrey

The most populous ancestries reported in Jaffrey are French (953 | 31.4%), English (775 | 25.5%), Irish (523 | 17.2%), German (376 | 12.4%), and French Canadian (353 | 11.6%), together accounting for 98.2% of all Jaffrey residents.
Ancestry in Jaffrey
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1374.5%
Bahamian10.0%
Cherokee70.2%
Dutch160.5%
English77525.5%
European120.4%
Finnish1976.5%
French95331.4%
French Canadian35311.6%
German37612.4%
Hungarian160.5%
Indian (Asian)1073.5%
Iranian150.5%
Irish52317.2%
Italian1003.3%
Japanese602.0%
Mexican471.5%
Norwegian190.6%
Polish501.7%
Scottish742.4%
Sri Lankan210.7%
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Immigrants in Jaffrey

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Jaffrey came from Asia (40 | 1.3%), Cambodia (25 | 0.8%), South Eastern Asia (25 | 0.8%), Iran (15 | 0.5%), and South Central Asia (15 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.9% of all Jaffrey residents.
Immigrants in Jaffrey
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia401.3%
Bahamas10.0%
Cambodia250.8%
Caribbean10.0%
Iran150.5%
Latin America10.0%
South Central Asia150.5%
South Eastern Asia250.8%
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Sex and Age in Jaffrey

Sex and Age in Jaffrey

The most populous age groups in Jaffrey are 25 to 29 Years (271 | 18.0%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (211 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (6.0%)28 (1.8%)
5 to 9 Years168 (11.2%)30 (2.0%)
10 to 14 Years101 (6.7%)211 (13.8%)
15 to 19 Years14 (0.9%)131 (8.5%)
20 to 24 Years37 (2.5%)152 (9.9%)
25 to 29 Years271 (18.0%)46 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Years58 (3.9%)62 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years114 (7.6%)118 (7.7%)
40 to 44 Years100 (6.7%)47 (3.1%)
45 to 49 Years121 (8.1%)171 (11.2%)
50 to 54 Years93 (6.2%)96 (6.3%)
55 to 59 Years68 (4.5%)44 (2.9%)
60 to 64 Years137 (9.1%)157 (10.2%)
65 to 69 Years26 (1.7%)75 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years26 (1.7%)52 (3.4%)
75 to 79 Years18 (1.2%)14 (0.9%)
80 to 84 Years14 (0.9%)49 (3.2%)
85 Years and over46 (3.1%)51 (3.3%)
Total1,502 (100.0%)1,534 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Jaffrey

Median Family Size in Jaffrey

The median family size in Jaffrey is 3.43 persons per family, with single female/mother families (98 | 13.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (18 | 2.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.28 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Jaffrey
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple598 (83.8%)3.44
Single Male/Father18 (2.5%)2.28
Single Female/Mother98 (13.7%)3.56
Total Families714 (100.0%)3.43

Median Household Size in Jaffrey

The median household size in Jaffrey is 2.85 persons per household, with single female/mother households (98 | 9.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.77 persons per household. non-family households (347 | 32.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.39 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Jaffrey
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple598 (56.4%)3.54
Single Male/Father18 (1.7%)3.22
Single Female/Mother98 (9.2%)3.77
Non-family347 (32.7%)1.39
Total Households1,061 (100.0%)2.85

Household Size by Marriage Status in Jaffrey

Out of a total of 1,061 households in Jaffrey, 714 (67.3%) are family households, while 347 (32.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 297, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 218.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Jaffrey
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-218 (20.5%)
2-Person Households163 (15.4%)129 (12.2%)
3-Person Households297 (28.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households157 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households35 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households62 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total714 (67.3%)347 (32.7%)

Female Fertility in Jaffrey

Fertility by Age in Jaffrey

Female Fertility by Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jaffrey

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Jaffrey
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Jaffrey

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Jaffrey
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jaffrey

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Jaffrey
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Jaffrey

Income Overview in Jaffrey

Per Capita Income in Jaffrey is $34,798, while median incomes of families and households are $117,554 and $86,384 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,036$34,798
Median Family Income714$117,554
Mean Family Income714$118,520
Median Household Income1,061$86,384
Mean Household Income1,061$97,472
Income Deficit714$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,03643.73%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,03656.27¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0360.36

Earnings by Sex in Jaffrey

Average Earnings in Jaffrey are $48,178, $57,391 for men and $32,292 for women, a difference of 43.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Jaffrey
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male864 (50.6%)$57,391
Female845 (49.4%)$32,292
Total1,709 (100.0%)$48,178

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jaffrey

The most common earnings brackets in Jaffrey are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (198 | 22.9%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (225 | 26.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Jaffrey
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less8 (0.9%)72 (8.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)87 (10.3%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)48 (5.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99917 (2.0%)86 (10.2%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (1.2%)23 (2.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)24 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49935 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)9 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99937 (4.3%)57 (6.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99940 (4.6%)34 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999131 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99949 (5.7%)65 (7.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99970 (8.1%)13 (1.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99913 (1.5%)12 (1.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999198 (22.9%)225 (26.6%)
$65,000 to $74,99953 (6.1%)65 (7.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (5.4%)2 (0.2%)
$100,000+156 (18.1%)23 (2.7%)
Total864 (100.0%)845 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jaffrey

Average earnings in Jaffrey are $55,380 for men and $51,875 for women, a difference of 6.3%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $60,377, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,992, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $52,396.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Jaffrey
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,750$52,396
College or Associate's Degree$60,377$56,589
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$55,380$51,875

Family Income in Jaffrey

Family Income Brackets in Jaffrey

According to the Jaffrey family income data, there are 316 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 44.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Jaffrey
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999415.7%
$25,000 to $34,99991.3%
$35,000 to $49,999101.4%
$50,000 to $74,99910614.8%
$75,000 to $99,99913919.5%
$100,000 to $149,99931644.3%
$150,000 to $199,999304.2%
$200,000+638.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jaffrey

3-person families (283 | 39.6%) account for the highest median family income in Jaffrey with $118,642 per family, while 3-person families (283 | 39.6%) have the highest median income of $39,547 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Jaffrey
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families187 (26.2%)$76,034
3-Person Families283 (39.6%)$118,642
4-Person Families170 (23.8%)$0
5-Person Families12 (1.7%)$0
6-Person Families62 (8.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total714 (100.0%)$117,554

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jaffrey

Family Income by Number of Earners in Jaffrey
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners51 (7.1%)$0
1 Earner166 (23.3%)$83,235
2 Earners369 (51.7%)$117,891
3+ Earners128 (17.9%)$141,464
Total714 (100.0%)$117,554

Household Income in Jaffrey

Household Income Brackets in Jaffrey

With 386 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Jaffrey, accounting for 36.4% of all households. In contrast, only 23 households (2.2%) fall into the $35,000 to $49,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Jaffrey
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000282.6%
$10,000 to $14,999282.6%
$15,000 to $24,999797.4%
$25,000 to $34,999847.9%
$35,000 to $49,999232.2%
$50,000 to $74,99917716.7%
$75,000 to $99,99916315.4%
$100,000 to $149,99938636.4%
$150,000 to $199,999302.8%
$200,000+635.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Jaffrey

The median household income in Jaffrey is $86,384, with the highest median household income of $117,836 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 487 households (45.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 49 households (4.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Jaffrey
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years49 (4.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years309 (29.1%)$93,281
45 to 64 Years487 (45.9%)$117,836
65+ Years216 (20.4%)$53,286
Total1,061 (100.0%)$86,384

Poverty in Jaffrey

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jaffrey

With 3.2% poverty level for males and 10.0% for females among the residents of Jaffrey, 75 year old and over males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 18 males (23.1%) and 28 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
5 Years19 (18.4%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)46 (29.3%)
25 to 34 Years7 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years3 (1.4%)23 (13.9%)
45 to 54 Years1 (0.5%)28 (10.5%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (9.5%)
75 Years and over18 (23.1%)16 (14.0%)
Total48 (3.2%)153 (10.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jaffrey

According to the poverty statistics in Jaffrey, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years84 (81.6%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years112 (100.0%)159 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years46 (100.0%)82 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)74 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years14 (100.0%)52 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years37 (100.0%)111 (70.7%)
25 to 34 Years322 (97.9%)108 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years211 (98.6%)142 (86.1%)
45 to 54 Years213 (99.5%)239 (89.5%)
55 to 64 Years205 (100.0%)201 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years52 (100.0%)115 (90.5%)
75 Years and over60 (76.9%)98 (86.0%)
Total1,446 (96.8%)1,381 (90.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jaffrey

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Jaffrey
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children374 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total598 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jaffrey

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Jaffrey
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)23 (37.7%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)23 (23.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jaffrey

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Jaffrey
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)23 (29.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)23 (19.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Jaffrey

Employment by Class of Employer in Jaffrey

Among the 1,540 employed individuals in Jaffrey, private company employees (1,063 | 69.0%), local government employees (187 | 12.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (153 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Jaffrey
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,06369.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)261.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)956.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1539.9%
Local Government Employees18712.1%
State Government Employees161.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,540100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Jaffrey

According to the labor force statistics for Jaffrey, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,334), 71.4% or 1,666 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 123 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 189 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 31.6% or 80 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years44 (62.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years189 (100.0%)24 (12.7%)
25 to 29 Years206 (65.0%)20 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years89 (74.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years331 (87.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years401 (83.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years102 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years253 (86.1%)80 (31.6%)
65 to 74 Years51 (28.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,666 (71.4%)123 (7.4%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jaffrey

According to labor force statistics for Jaffrey, 81.2% of individuals (1,383) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,703) are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 100 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 95.6% or 43 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 23.4% or 80 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Jaffrey
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School43 (95.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma498 (86.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree499 (72.8%)27 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher342 (86.6%)92 (23.4%)
Total1,383 (81.2%)123 (7.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Jaffrey

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jaffrey are Management (245 | 15.9%), Community & Social Service (79 | 5.1%), Education Instruction & Library (79 | 5.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (24 | 1.6%), and Computers & Mathematics (24 | 1.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Jaffrey

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Jaffrey, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (55.5%), Community & Social Service (39.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (39.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Jaffrey
OccupationMaleFemale
Management136 (55.5%)109 (44.5%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 31 (39.2%)48 (60.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library31 (39.2%)48 (60.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total (Category)167 (43.7%)215 (56.3%)
Total (Overall)837 (54.3%)705 (45.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Jaffrey are Healthcare Support (24 | 1.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (24 | 1.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (23 | 1.5%), Security & Protection (16 | 1.0%), and Law Enforcement (16 | 1.0%).
Services Occupations in Jaffrey

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Jaffrey, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Jaffrey
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Security & Protection16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance14 (60.9%)9 (39.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total (Category)30 (30.9%)67 (69.1%)
Total (Overall)837 (54.3%)705 (45.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Jaffrey are Sales & Related (319 | 20.7%), and Office & Administration (121 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Jaffrey

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Jaffrey
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related146 (45.8%)173 (54.2%)
Office & Administration12 (9.9%)109 (90.1%)
Total (Category)158 (35.9%)282 (64.1%)
Total (Overall)837 (54.3%)705 (45.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Jaffrey are Construction & Extraction (186 | 12.1%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (87 | 5.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (71 | 4.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Jaffrey

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Jaffrey
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction186 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)344 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)837 (54.3%)705 (45.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Jaffrey are Production (193 | 12.5%), Transportation (73 | 4.7%), and Material Moving (13 | 0.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Jaffrey

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Jaffrey
OccupationMaleFemale
Production65 (33.7%)128 (66.3%)
Transportation73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Total (Category)138 (49.5%)141 (50.5%)
Total (Overall)837 (54.3%)705 (45.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Jaffrey

Employment Industries in Jaffrey

The major employment industries in Jaffrey include Retail Trade (331 | 21.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (277 | 18.0%), Manufacturing (260 | 16.9%), Construction (211 | 13.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100 | 6.5%).
Employment Industries in Jaffrey

Employment Industries by Sex in Jaffrey

The Jaffrey industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Educational Services (80.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (71.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Jaffrey
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting87 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction165 (78.2%)46 (21.8%)
Manufacturing106 (40.8%)154 (59.2%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Retail Trade165 (49.8%)166 (50.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific25 (53.2%)22 (46.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services12 (20.0%)48 (80.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance79 (28.5%)198 (71.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation15 (60.0%)10 (40.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services11 (31.4%)24 (68.6%)
Public Administration28 (53.8%)24 (46.2%)
Total837 (54.3%)705 (45.7%)

Education in Jaffrey

School Enrollment in Jaffrey

The most common levels of schooling among the 741 students in Jaffrey are middle school (279 | 37.7%), high school (154 | 20.8%), and elementary school (104 | 14.0%).
School Enrollment in Jaffrey
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool385.1%
Kindergarten10113.6%
Elementary School10414.0%
Middle School27937.7%
High School15420.8%
College / Undergraduate658.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total741100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jaffrey

Out of a total of 741 students who are enrolled in schools in Jaffrey, 112 (15.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 629 (84.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 198 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Jaffrey
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10 (26.3%)28 (73.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old198 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds269 (91.2%)26 (8.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds105 (75.0%)35 (25.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Total629 (84.9%)112 (15.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jaffrey

Arts & humanities (136 | 25.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (85 | 16.0%), social sciences (56 | 10.5%), business (55 | 10.3%), and education (47 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 532 individuals in Jaffrey who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Jaffrey
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics356.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8516.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology427.9%
Social Sciences5610.5%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology346.4%
Business5510.3%
Education478.8%
Literature & Languages295.4%
Liberal Arts & History132.4%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities13625.6%
Total532100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Jaffrey

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jaffrey

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Jaffrey are males with 2 vehicles (361, accounting for 43.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (298, making up 51.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Jaffrey
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle37 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle60 (7.2%)129 (18.3%)
2 Vehicles361 (43.3%)298 (42.3%)
3 Vehicles132 (15.8%)90 (12.8%)
4 Vehicles55 (6.6%)96 (13.6%)
5 or more Vehicles189 (22.7%)92 (13.1%)
Total834 (100.0%)705 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Jaffrey

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Jaffrey are 5 to 9 minutes (310 commuters, 21.4%), 30 to 34 minutes (258 commuters, 17.8%), and 40 to 44 minutes (145 commuters, 10.0%).
Commute Time in Jaffrey
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1047.2%
5 to 9 Minutes31021.4%
10 to 14 Minutes1268.7%
15 to 19 Minutes1228.4%
20 to 24 Minutes563.9%
25 to 29 Minutes392.7%
30 to 34 Minutes25817.8%
35 to 39 Minutes90.6%
40 to 44 Minutes14510.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1087.4%
60 to 89 Minutes674.6%
90 or more Minutes1077.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Jaffrey

The most common commute times in Jaffrey are 5 to 9 minutes (193 commuters, 24.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (172 commuters, 25.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Jaffrey
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes34 (4.3%)70 (10.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes193 (24.5%)117 (17.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes37 (4.7%)89 (13.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes70 (8.9%)52 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes56 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes39 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes86 (10.9%)172 (25.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)9 (1.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes95 (12.1%)50 (7.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes40 (5.1%)68 (10.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes31 (3.9%)36 (5.4%)
90 or more Minutes107 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jaffrey

The most frequent times of departure to work in Jaffrey are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (198, 25.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (215, 32.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Jaffrey
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM53 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM21 (2.7%)68 (10.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM177 (22.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM198 (25.1%)117 (17.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM92 (11.7%)53 (8.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM80 (10.2%)63 (9.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM32 (4.1%)215 (32.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (2.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM38 (4.8%)28 (4.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)20 (3.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM48 (6.1%)85 (12.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM48 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total788 (100.0%)663 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Jaffrey

Occupancy by Ownership in Jaffrey

Of the total 1,061 dwellings in Jaffrey, owner-occupied units account for 761 (71.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 300 (28.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Jaffrey
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units76171.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units30028.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,061100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Jaffrey

Occupancy by Household Size in Jaffrey
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21820.5%
2-Person Household29227.5%
3-Person Household29728.0%
4+ Person Household25423.9%
Total Housing Units1,061100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jaffrey

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Jaffrey
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household92 (42.2%)126 (57.8%)
2-Person Household175 (59.9%)117 (40.1%)
3-Person Household240 (80.8%)57 (19.2%)
4+ Person Household254 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units761 (71.7%)300 (28.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jaffrey

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Jaffrey
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
High School Diploma190 (61.1%)121 (38.9%)
College/Associate Degree248 (70.3%)105 (29.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher323 (85.5%)55 (14.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jaffrey

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Jaffrey
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years16615.7%
35 to 44 Years19218.1%
45 to 54 Years24322.9%
55 to 64 Years24423.0%
65 to 74 Years12712.0%
75 to 84 Years302.8%
85 Years and Over595.6%
Total1,061100.0%

Housing Finances in Jaffrey

Median Income by Occupancy in Jaffrey

Median Income by Occupancy in Jaffrey
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied761 (71.7%)$117,540
Renter-Occupied300 (28.3%)$0
Average1,061 (100.0%)$86,384

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jaffrey

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Jaffrey
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)12 (4.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99916 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)28 (9.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)33 (11.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99931 (4.1%)15 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (1.8%)70 (23.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (1.7%)10 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99994 (12.3%)83 (27.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999163 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999337 (44.3%)49 (16.3%)
$150,000 or more93 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total761 (100.0%)300 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jaffrey

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Jaffrey
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)28 (9.3%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)27 (9.0%)
$500 to $799152 (20.0%)48 (16.0%)
$800 to $999110 (14.4%)135 (45.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499120 (15.8%)42 (14.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999192 (25.2%)20 (6.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49999 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99958 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more30 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total761 (100.0%)300 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Jaffrey

Housing Structures in Jaffrey

Housing Structures in Jaffrey
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached73969.7%
Single Unit, Attached494.6%
2 Unit Apartments312.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments464.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments847.9%
10 or more Apartments656.1%
Mobile Home / Other474.4%
Total1,061100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jaffrey

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Jaffrey
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached739 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (6.5%)29 (93.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)84 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other20 (42.5%)27 (57.5%)
Total761 (71.7%)300 (28.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jaffrey

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Jaffrey
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)12 (4.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms10 (1.3%)126 (42.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms283 (37.2%)118 (39.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms368 (48.4%)44 (14.7%)
8 or more Rooms100 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total761 (100.0%)300 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jaffrey

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Jaffrey
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)52 (17.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas11 (1.5%)82 (27.3%)
Electricity54 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene451 (59.3%)156 (52.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels245 (32.2%)10 (3.3%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total761 (100.0%)300 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Jaffrey

Household Vehicle Usage in Jaffrey
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)58 (19.3%)
1 Vehicle185 (24.3%)145 (48.3%)
2 Vehicles323 (42.4%)86 (28.7%)
3 or more Vehicles253 (33.3%)11 (3.7%)
Total761 (100.0%)300 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Jaffrey

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Jaffrey

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units240521
Median Property Value$169,900$236,200
Median Household Income$111,413$93
Monthly Housing Costs$769$30
Real Estate Taxes$4,680$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jaffrey

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Jaffrey
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)20 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999240 (100.0%)384 (73.7%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)89 (17.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)28 (5.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jaffrey

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Jaffrey
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00016 (6.7%)24 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $24,99931 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99914 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99933 (13.8%)94 (18.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999133 (55.4%)130 (24.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)204 (39.2%)
Total240 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jaffrey

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Jaffrey
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x133 (55.4%)122,883 (23,586.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x33 (13.8%)305 (58.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)96 (18.4%)
4.0x or more74 (30.8%)84 (16.1%)
Total240 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jaffrey

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Jaffrey
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)20 (3.8%)
$800 to $1,499240 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total240 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Jaffrey

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jaffrey

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years539 (97.6%)13 (2.4%)
19 to 25 Years216 (69.5%)95 (30.5%)
26 to 34 Years233 (74.0%)82 (26.0%)
35 to 44 Years360 (95.0%)19 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years461 (95.8%)20 (4.2%)
55 to 64 Years387 (95.3%)19 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,788 (91.8%)248 (8.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jaffrey

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Jaffrey
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen539 (97.6%)13 (2.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen216 (69.5%)95 (30.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jaffrey

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Jaffrey
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000206 (92.4%)17 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999107 (82.3%)23 (17.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999436 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999447 (92.0%)39 (8.0%)
$100,000 and over1,584 (90.4%)169 (9.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jaffrey

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 671 (32.1%)164 (74.2%)
6 to 18 Years150 (27.2%)488 (88.4%)
19 to 25 Years24 (7.7%)192 (61.7%)
25 to 34 Years146 (46.4%)87 (27.6%)
35 to 44 Years108 (28.5%)288 (76.0%)
45 to 54 Years97 (20.2%)377 (78.4%)
55 to 64 Years82 (20.2%)344 (84.7%)
65 to 74 Years179 (100.0%)33 (18.4%)
75 Years and over192 (100.0%)146 (76.0%)
Total1,049 (34.5%)2,119 (69.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jaffrey

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Jaffrey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years34 (12.0%)82 (22.3%)
18 to 34 Years31 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years42 (6.6%)68 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)35 (27.6%)
75 Years and over33 (42.3%)84 (73.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Jaffrey

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Jaffrey: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)12 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)23 (18.1%)
75 Years and over33 (42.3%)13 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Jaffrey: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)33 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (9.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Jaffrey: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years34 (12.0%)82 (22.3%)
18 to 34 Years31 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years42 (6.6%)21 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)69 (60.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Jaffrey: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)21 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (3.8%)21 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)21 (16.5%)
75 Years and over33 (42.3%)51 (44.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Jaffrey: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years19 (6.7%)21 (5.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (3.8%)23 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over33 (42.3%)49 (43.0%)

Technology Access in Jaffrey

Computing Device Access in Jaffrey

Computing Device Access in Jaffrey
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop76572.1%
Smartphone85981.0%
Tablet77973.4%
No Computing Device575.4%
Total1,061100.0%

Internet Access in Jaffrey

Internet Access in Jaffrey
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet333.1%
Broadband Home85280.3%
Cellular Data Only565.3%
Satellite Internet807.5%
No Internet10810.2%
Total1,061100.0%

Jaffrey Summary

Jaffrey is a town located in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 5,457 at the 2010 census. It is home to the annual Jaffrey Civic Center Fair, the oldest continuous fair in the United States.

History

The area that is now Jaffrey was first settled in 1736 by a group of Scots-Irish immigrants led by Reverend John Murray. The town was originally known as Monadnock No. 4, and was part of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. In 1749, the town was incorporated as Jaffrey, named after George Jaffrey, a prominent Boston merchant.
In the late 18th century, Jaffrey was a center of industry, with several mills and factories located along the Contoocook River. The town was also home to several inns and taverns, which served travelers on the Boston to Montreal stagecoach route.
In the 19th century, Jaffrey was a popular summer resort destination, with several grand hotels located in the area. The town was also home to several prominent citizens, including the poet Celia Thaxter and the inventor of the first practical typewriter, Christopher Latham Sholes.

Geography

Jaffrey is located in southwestern New Hampshire, in the Monadnock Region. The town is bordered by the towns of Rindge to the north, Peterborough to the east, Dublin to the south, and Troy to the west.
The town is situated in the foothills of Mount Monadnock, the most climbed mountain in the world. The highest point in Jaffrey is the summit of Pack Monadnock, at 2,290 feet (698 m) above sea level.
The town is drained by the Contoocook River, which flows through the center of town. The town is home to several lakes, including Lake Monomonac, Lake Contoocook, and Lake Potanipo.

Economy

The economy of Jaffrey is largely based on tourism and manufacturing. The town is home to several tourist attractions, including the Jaffrey Civic Center Fair, the oldest continuous fair in the United States. The fair is held annually in August and features agricultural exhibits, carnival rides, and live entertainment.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including the Jaffrey-based Monadnock Paper Mills, which produces paper products for the printing and publishing industries. Other local businesses include a variety of retail stores, restaurants, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 5,457 people, 2,093 households, and 1,420 families residing in the town. The population density was 166.2 people per square mile (64.1/km2). There were 2,323 housing units at an average density of 70.3 per square mile (27.1/km2).
The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 2,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $50,902, and the median income for a family was $60,938. Males had a median income of $41,944 versus $30,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $24,845. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Jaffrey?
Total Population of Jaffrey is 3,036.
What is the Total Male Population of Jaffrey?
Total Male Population of Jaffrey is 1,502.
What is the Total Female Population of Jaffrey?
Total Female Population of Jaffrey is 1,534.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Jaffrey?
There are 97.91 Males per 100 Females in Jaffrey.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Jaffrey?
There are 102.13 Females per 100 Males in Jaffrey.
What is the Median Population Age in Jaffrey?
Median Population Age in Jaffrey is 37.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Jaffrey
Average Family Size in Jaffrey is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Jaffrey
Average Household Size in Jaffrey is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Jaffrey?
Per Capita income in Jaffrey is $34,798.
What is the Median Family Income in Jaffrey?
Median Family Income in Jaffrey is $117,554.
What is the Median Household income in Jaffrey?
Median Household Income in Jaffrey is $86,384.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Jaffrey?
Income or Wage Gap in Jaffrey is 43.7%.
Women in Jaffrey earn 56.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Jaffrey?
Inequality or Gini Index in Jaffrey is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in Jaffrey?
There are 1,666 People in the Labor Forcein in Jaffrey.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Jaffrey?
71.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Jaffrey.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Jaffrey?
Unemployment Rate in Jaffrey is 7.4%.