Peterborough, NH

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Peterborough Overview

2,247
TOTAL POPULATION
1,013
MALE POPULATION
1,234
FEMALE POPULATION
82.09
MALES / 100 FEMALES
121.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
60.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$72,177
PER CAPITA INCOME
$99,904
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$83,906
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,358
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Peterborough Zip Codes

Peterborough Area Codes

Race in Peterborough

The most populous races in Peterborough are White / Caucasian (2,097 | 93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (157 | 7.0%), and Some other Race (110 | 4.9%).
Race in Peterborough
Race# Population% Population
Asian311.4%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1577.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,09793.3%
Two or more Races90.4%
Some other Race1104.9%
Total2,247100.0%

Ancestry in Peterborough

The most populous ancestries reported in Peterborough are English (673 | 29.9%), Irish (466 | 20.7%), German (344 | 15.3%), Italian (264 | 11.7%), and French Canadian (118 | 5.2%), together accounting for 83.0% of all Peterborough residents.
Ancestry in Peterborough
Ancestry# Population% Population
American582.6%
British180.8%
Canadian261.2%
Danish180.8%
Dutch642.9%
Ecuadorian110.5%
English67329.9%
European180.8%
Finnish662.9%
French1064.7%
French American Indian90.4%
French Canadian1185.2%
German34415.3%
Greek120.5%
Irish46620.7%
Italian26411.7%
Lithuanian200.9%
Mexican371.7%
Northern European80.4%
Norwegian50.2%
Peruvian522.3%
Polish200.9%
Portuguese482.1%
Puerto Rican572.5%
Romanian80.4%
Russian90.4%
Scotch-Irish140.6%
Scottish793.5%
Slovak120.5%
South American632.8%
Sri Lankan311.4%
Swedish452.0%
Welsh693.1%
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Immigrants in Peterborough

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Peterborough came from Latin America (94 | 4.2%), South America (94 | 4.2%), Peru (52 | 2.3%), Colombia (31 | 1.4%), and Asia (18 | 0.8%), together accounting for 12.9% of all Peterborough residents.
Immigrants in Peterborough
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia180.8%
Canada10.0%
Colombia311.4%
Ecuador110.5%
England120.5%
Europe120.5%
Latin America944.2%
Northern Europe120.5%
Peru522.3%
South America944.2%
South Eastern Asia180.8%
Vietnam180.8%
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Sex and Age in Peterborough

Sex and Age in Peterborough

The most populous age groups in Peterborough are 65 to 69 Years (193 | 19.1%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (242 | 19.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Peterborough
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years30 (3.0%)51 (4.1%)
15 to 19 Years9 (0.9%)23 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)49 (4.0%)
25 to 29 Years90 (8.9%)16 (1.3%)
30 to 34 Years30 (3.0%)49 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Years7 (0.7%)57 (4.6%)
40 to 44 Years46 (4.5%)119 (9.6%)
45 to 49 Years79 (7.8%)107 (8.7%)
50 to 54 Years90 (8.9%)47 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years70 (6.9%)52 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years79 (7.8%)242 (19.6%)
65 to 69 Years193 (19.1%)63 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years80 (7.9%)126 (10.2%)
75 to 79 Years59 (5.8%)76 (6.2%)
80 to 84 Years81 (8.0%)82 (6.7%)
85 Years and over70 (6.9%)75 (6.1%)
Total1,013 (100.0%)1,234 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Peterborough

Median Family Size in Peterborough

The median family size in Peterborough is 2.22 persons per family, with single male/father families (16 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (547 | 87.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.18 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Peterborough
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple547 (87.4%)2.18
Single Male/Father16 (2.6%)2.56
Single Female/Mother63 (10.1%)2.46
Total Families626 (100.0%)2.22

Median Household Size in Peterborough

The median household size in Peterborough is 1.68 persons per household, with single female/mother households (63 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.94 persons per household. non-family households (653 | 51.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Peterborough
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple547 (42.8%)2.18
Single Male/Father16 (1.3%)2.56
Single Female/Mother63 (4.9%)2.94
Non-family653 (51.1%)1.11
Total Households1,279 (100.0%)1.68

Household Size by Marriage Status in Peterborough

Out of a total of 1,279 households in Peterborough, 626 (48.9%) are family households, while 653 (51.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 543, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 579.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Peterborough
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-579 (45.3%)
2-Person Households543 (42.5%)74 (5.8%)
3-Person Households74 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households9 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total626 (48.9%)653 (51.1%)

Female Fertility in Peterborough

Fertility by Age in Peterborough

Female Fertility by Age in Peterborough
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 Peterborough

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Peterborough
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 Peterborough

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Peterborough
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 Peterborough

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Peterborough
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 Peterborough

Income Overview in Peterborough

Per Capita Income in Peterborough is $72,177, while median incomes of families and households are $99,904 and $83,906 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,247$72,177
Median Family Income626$99,904
Mean Family Income626$159,678
Median Household Income1,279$83,906
Mean Household Income1,279$124,624
Income Deficit626$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,24722.29%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,24777.71¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,2470.45

Earnings by Sex in Peterborough

Average Earnings in Peterborough are $55,720, $70,938 for men and $55,127 for women, a difference of 22.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Peterborough
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male676 (48.0%)$70,938
Female732 (52.0%)$55,127
Total1,408 (100.0%)$55,720

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Peterborough

The most common earnings brackets in Peterborough are $100,000+ for men (189 | 28.0%) and $100,000+ for women (144 | 19.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Peterborough
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less40 (5.9%)44 (6.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)13 (1.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49953 (7.8%)15 (2.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99910 (1.5%)19 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4999 (1.3%)18 (2.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)19 (2.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)29 (4.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99912 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49912 (1.8%)37 (5.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99916 (2.4%)9 (1.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99920 (3.0%)41 (5.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)16 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99949 (7.2%)24 (3.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99959 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99944 (6.5%)26 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)53 (7.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)75 (10.2%)
$65,000 to $74,99934 (5.0%)71 (9.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999129 (19.1%)79 (10.8%)
$100,000+189 (28.0%)144 (19.7%)
Total676 (100.0%)732 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Peterborough

Average earnings in Peterborough are $71,641 for men and $56,653 for women, a difference of 20.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $112,622, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $45,101. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,273, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $51,477.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Peterborough
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$45,101$0
Bachelor's Degree$112,622$51,477
Graduate Degree--
Total$71,641$56,653

Family Income in Peterborough

Family Income Brackets in Peterborough

According to the Peterborough family income data, there are 169 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 27.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Peterborough
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99991.4%
$25,000 to $34,999264.2%
$35,000 to $49,999579.1%
$50,000 to $74,99911117.7%
$75,000 to $99,99911217.9%
$100,000 to $149,9999615.3%
$150,000 to $199,999467.3%
$200,000+16927.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Peterborough

3-person families (74 | 11.8%) account for the highest median family income in Peterborough with $242,931 per family, while 3-person families (74 | 11.8%) have the highest median income of $80,977 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Peterborough
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families543 (86.7%)$98,630
3-Person Families74 (11.8%)$242,931
4-Person Families9 (1.4%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total626 (100.0%)$99,904

Family Income by Number of Earners in Peterborough

Family Income by Number of Earners in Peterborough
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners132 (21.1%)$100,000
1 Earner185 (29.5%)$65,221
2 Earners292 (46.7%)$142,602
3+ Earners17 (2.7%)$0
Total626 (100.0%)$99,904

Household Income in Peterborough

Household Income Brackets in Peterborough

With 290 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Peterborough, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 19 households (1.5%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Peterborough
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000191.5%
$10,000 to $14,999503.9%
$15,000 to $24,999221.7%
$25,000 to $34,999735.7%
$35,000 to $49,99913710.7%
$50,000 to $74,99924719.3%
$75,000 to $99,99924419.1%
$100,000 to $149,9991199.3%
$150,000 to $199,999786.1%
$200,000+29022.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Peterborough

The median household income in Peterborough is $83,906, with the highest median household income of $103,000 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 496 households (38.8%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Peterborough
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years273 (21.3%)$72,969
45 to 64 Years496 (38.8%)$103,000
65+ Years510 (39.9%)$66,944
Total1,279 (100.0%)$83,906

Poverty in Peterborough

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Peterborough

With 5.7% poverty level for males and 7.0% for females among the residents of Peterborough, 25 to 34 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 41 males (34.2%) and 10 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Peterborough
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)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%)10 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years41 (34.2%)40 (61.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)19 (11.1%)
45 to 54 Years4 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)15 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total54 (5.7%)84 (7.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Peterborough

According to the poverty statistics in Peterborough, males aged 6 to 11 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 Peterborough
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)44 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years79 (65.8%)25 (38.5%)
35 to 44 Years53 (100.0%)152 (88.9%)
45 to 54 Years165 (97.6%)154 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years149 (100.0%)279 (94.9%)
65 to 74 Years268 (100.0%)189 (100.0%)
75 Years and over155 (94.5%)208 (100.0%)
Total898 (94.3%)1,120 (93.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Peterborough

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Peterborough
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children510 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total547 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Peterborough

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

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

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

Employment Characteristics in Peterborough

Employment by Class of Employer in Peterborough

Among the 1,297 employed individuals in Peterborough, private company employees (523 | 40.3%), not-for-profit organizations (228 | 17.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (211 | 16.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Peterborough
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees52340.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)765.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)21116.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations22817.6%
Local Government Employees19014.6%
State Government Employees221.7%
Federal Government Employees473.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,297100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Peterborough

According to the labor force statistics for Peterborough, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,166), 62.7% or 1,358 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.9% or 39 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 49 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 50.6% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Peterborough
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years22 (68.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years65 (61.3%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years79 (100.0%)40 (50.6%)
35 to 44 Years224 (97.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years292 (90.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years114 (93.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years267 (83.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years205 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over40 (9.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,358 (62.7%)39 (2.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Peterborough

According to labor force statistics for Peterborough, 88.2% of individuals (1,041) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,180) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 40 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 93.4% or 465 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 100.0% or 40 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Peterborough
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School40 (70.2%)57 (100.0%)
High School Diploma219 (82.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree317 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher465 (93.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,041 (88.2%)45 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Peterborough

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Peterborough are Community & Social Service (209 | 15.9%), Education Instruction & Library (140 | 10.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (120 | 9.1%), Health Technologists (120 | 9.1%), and Management (111 | 8.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Peterborough

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Peterborough, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Management (83.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Peterborough
OccupationMaleFemale
Management18 (16.2%)93 (83.8%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science77 (84.6%)14 (15.4%)
Computers & Mathematics10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering49 (77.8%)14 (22.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 103 (49.3%)106 (50.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support23 (67.6%)11 (32.4%)
Education Instruction & Library66 (47.1%)74 (52.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment14 (53.8%)12 (46.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating78 (65.0%)42 (35.0%)
Health Technologists78 (65.0%)42 (35.0%)
Total (Category)276 (49.0%)287 (51.0%)
Total (Overall)608 (46.2%)709 (53.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Peterborough are Security & Protection (44 | 3.3%), Firefighting & Prevention (44 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (19 | 1.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 1.2%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Peterborough

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Peterborough
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Total (Category)11 (12.2%)79 (87.8%)
Total (Overall)608 (46.2%)709 (53.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Peterborough are Sales & Related (342 | 26.0%), and Office & Administration (91 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Peterborough

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Peterborough
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related156 (45.6%)186 (54.4%)
Office & Administration9 (9.9%)82 (90.1%)
Total (Category)165 (38.1%)268 (61.9%)
Total (Overall)608 (46.2%)709 (53.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Peterborough are Construction & Extraction (15 | 1.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (14 | 1.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (13 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Peterborough

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Peterborough
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)29 (69.1%)13 (30.9%)
Total (Overall)608 (46.2%)709 (53.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Peterborough are Material Moving (130 | 9.9%), Production (31 | 2.4%), and Transportation (28 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Peterborough

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Peterborough
OccupationMaleFemale
Production10 (32.3%)21 (67.7%)
Transportation28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving89 (68.5%)41 (31.5%)
Total (Category)127 (67.2%)62 (32.8%)
Total (Overall)608 (46.2%)709 (53.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Peterborough

Employment Industries in Peterborough

The major employment industries in Peterborough include Retail Trade (443 | 33.6%), Educational Services (202 | 15.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (144 | 10.9%), Manufacturing (106 | 8.1%), and Professional & Scientific (97 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Peterborough

Employment Industries by Sex in Peterborough

The Peterborough industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Peterborough
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing85 (80.2%)21 (19.8%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
Retail Trade167 (37.7%)276 (62.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance18 (52.9%)16 (47.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific42 (43.3%)55 (56.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services96 (47.5%)106 (52.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance94 (65.3%)50 (34.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)31 (100.0%)
Total608 (46.2%)709 (53.8%)

Education in Peterborough

School Enrollment in Peterborough

The most common levels of schooling among the 181 students in Peterborough are middle school (53 | 29.3%), high school (47 | 26.0%), and college / undergraduate (43 | 23.8%).
School Enrollment in Peterborough
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School5329.3%
High School4726.0%
College / Undergraduate4323.8%
Graduate / Professional3821.0%
Total181100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Peterborough

Out of a total of 181 students who are enrolled in schools in Peterborough, 109 (60.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 72 (39.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 19 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Peterborough
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds53 (65.4%)28 (34.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)34 (100.0%)
Total72 (39.8%)109 (60.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Peterborough

Business (186 | 17.5%), engineering (117 | 11.0%), liberal arts & history (100 | 9.4%), education (93 | 8.7%), and science & technology (90 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 1,064 individuals in Peterborough who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Peterborough
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics413.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural262.4%
Physical & Health Sciences212.0%
Psychology686.4%
Social Sciences716.7%
Engineering11711.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology908.5%
Business18617.5%
Education938.7%
Literature & Languages736.9%
Liberal Arts & History1009.4%
Visual & Performing Arts898.4%
Communications454.2%
Arts & Humanities444.1%
Total1,064100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Peterborough

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Peterborough

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Peterborough are males with 2 vehicles (307, accounting for 51.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (282, making up 44.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Peterborough
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)72 (10.4%)
1 Vehicle137 (22.9%)191 (27.5%)
2 Vehicles307 (51.3%)282 (40.6%)
3 Vehicles119 (19.9%)140 (20.2%)
4 Vehicles35 (5.9%)9 (1.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total598 (100.0%)694 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Peterborough

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Peterborough are 20 to 24 minutes (243 commuters, 20.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (207 commuters, 17.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (141 commuters, 12.2%).
Commute Time in Peterborough
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes554.7%
5 to 9 Minutes20717.8%
10 to 14 Minutes12310.6%
15 to 19 Minutes14112.2%
20 to 24 Minutes24320.9%
25 to 29 Minutes131.1%
30 to 34 Minutes837.2%
35 to 39 Minutes353.0%
40 to 44 Minutes413.5%
45 to 59 Minutes938.0%
60 to 89 Minutes675.8%
90 or more Minutes595.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Peterborough

The most common commute times in Peterborough are 5 to 9 minutes (133 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (243 commuters, 37.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Peterborough
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes39 (7.5%)16 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes133 (25.6%)74 (11.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes70 (13.5%)53 (8.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes53 (10.2%)88 (13.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)243 (37.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)13 (2.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes67 (12.9%)16 (2.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes18 (3.5%)17 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes22 (4.2%)19 (3.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)93 (14.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes58 (11.2%)9 (1.4%)
90 or more Minutes59 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Peterborough

The most frequent times of departure to work in Peterborough are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (144, 27.8%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (136, 21.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Peterborough
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (2.3%)59 (9.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM22 (4.2%)54 (8.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM73 (14.1%)113 (17.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM97 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM144 (27.8%)56 (8.7%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM11 (2.1%)40 (6.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM93 (17.9%)118 (18.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM37 (7.1%)136 (21.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)36 (5.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM30 (5.8%)13 (2.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)16 (2.5%)
Total519 (100.0%)641 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Peterborough

Occupancy by Ownership in Peterborough

Of the total 1,279 dwellings in Peterborough, owner-occupied units account for 691 (54.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 588 (46.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Peterborough
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units69154.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units58846.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,279100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Peterborough

Occupancy by Household Size in Peterborough
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household57945.3%
2-Person Household61748.2%
3-Person Household745.8%
4+ Person Household90.7%
Total Housing Units1,279100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Peterborough

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Peterborough
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household267 (46.1%)312 (53.9%)
2-Person Household356 (57.7%)261 (42.3%)
3-Person Household59 (79.7%)15 (20.3%)
4+ Person Household9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units691 (54.0%)588 (46.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Peterborough

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Peterborough
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)48 (100.0%)
High School Diploma43 (21.8%)154 (78.2%)
College/Associate Degree246 (59.1%)170 (40.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher402 (65.0%)216 (34.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Peterborough

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Peterborough
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years977.6%
35 to 44 Years17613.8%
45 to 54 Years19615.3%
55 to 64 Years30023.5%
65 to 74 Years29222.8%
75 to 84 Years14011.0%
85 Years and Over786.1%
Total1,279100.0%

Housing Finances in Peterborough

Median Income by Occupancy in Peterborough

Median Income by Occupancy in Peterborough
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied691 (54.0%)$77,721
Renter-Occupied588 (46.0%)$91,768
Average1,279 (100.0%)$83,906

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Peterborough

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Peterborough
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99919 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99910 (1.5%)40 (6.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9999 (1.3%)13 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (6.7%)27 (4.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99972 (10.4%)65 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999188 (27.2%)59 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99982 (11.9%)162 (27.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99960 (8.7%)59 (10.0%)
$150,000 or more205 (29.7%)163 (27.7%)
Total691 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Peterborough

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Peterborough
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)47 (8.0%)
$500 to $79925 (3.6%)45 (7.6%)
$800 to $999121 (17.5%)138 (23.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499209 (30.2%)99 (16.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999183 (26.5%)172 (29.2%)
$2,000 to $2,49937 (5.3%)16 (2.7%)
$2,500 to $2,99933 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more83 (12.0%)56 (9.5%)
Total691 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Peterborough

Housing Structures in Peterborough

Housing Structures in Peterborough
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached64950.7%
Single Unit, Attached1169.1%
2 Unit Apartments675.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1078.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments21616.9%
10 or more Apartments1249.7%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,279100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Peterborough

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Peterborough
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached532 (82.0%)117 (18.0%)
Single Unit, Attached96 (82.8%)20 (17.2%)
2 Unit Apartments51 (76.1%)16 (23.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12 (11.2%)95 (88.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)216 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)124 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total691 (54.0%)588 (46.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Peterborough

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Peterborough
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)11 (1.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms51 (7.4%)101 (17.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms102 (14.8%)364 (61.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms319 (46.2%)112 (19.1%)
8 or more Rooms219 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total691 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Peterborough

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Peterborough
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)55 (9.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas118 (17.1%)233 (39.6%)
Electricity46 (6.7%)80 (13.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene478 (69.2%)212 (36.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels49 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)8 (1.4%)
Total691 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Peterborough

Household Vehicle Usage in Peterborough
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle41 (5.9%)72 (12.2%)
1 Vehicle228 (33.0%)289 (49.1%)
2 Vehicles353 (51.1%)134 (22.8%)
3 or more Vehicles69 (10.0%)93 (15.8%)
Total691 (100.0%)588 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Peterborough

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Peterborough

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units345346
Median Property Value$326,600$275,400
Median Household Income$65,515$167
Monthly Housing Costs$1,091$83
Real Estate Taxes$8,524$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Peterborough

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Peterborough
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999148 (42.9%)207 (59.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999128 (37.1%)81 (23.4%)
$500,000 to $749,99918 (5.2%)58 (16.8%)
$750,000 to $999,99913 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more38 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Peterborough

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Peterborough
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)8 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99919 (5.5%)19 (5.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99946 (13.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99961 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999113 (32.8%)11 (3.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (11.9%)75 (21.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99927 (7.8%)41 (11.8%)
$150,000 or more38 (11.0%)33 (9.5%)
Total345 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Peterborough

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Peterborough
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x0 (0.0%)142,045 (41,053.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x13 (3.8%)161 (46.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x73 (21.2%)47 (13.6%)
4.0x or more259 (75.1%)89 (25.7%)
Total345 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Peterborough

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Peterborough
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499345 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total345 (100.0%)346 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Peterborough

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peterborough

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peterborough
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years185 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years176 (78.6%)48 (21.4%)
45 to 54 Years291 (90.1%)32 (9.9%)
55 to 64 Years428 (96.6%)15 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years457 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older372 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,071 (95.6%)95 (4.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Peterborough

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Peterborough
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Peterborough

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Peterborough
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000131 (92.9%)10 (7.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999302 (97.7%)7 (2.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999336 (89.1%)41 (10.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999335 (91.3%)32 (8.7%)
$100,000 and over950 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peterborough

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Peterborough
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years23 (23.0%)77 (77.0%)
19 to 25 Years18 (29.0%)44 (71.0%)
25 to 34 Years92 (49.7%)93 (50.3%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)176 (78.6%)
45 to 54 Years8 (2.5%)283 (87.6%)
55 to 64 Years153 (34.5%)312 (70.4%)
65 to 74 Years457 (100.0%)289 (63.2%)
75 Years and over372 (100.0%)187 (50.3%)
Total1,123 (51.8%)1,461 (67.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Peterborough

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Peterborough
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (9.2%)18 (14.2%)
35 to 64 Years12 (3.2%)99 (16.0%)
65 to 74 Years87 (32.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over34 (20.7%)85 (40.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Peterborough

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Peterborough: <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 Years11 (9.2%)18 (14.2%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years87 (32.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (15.2%)38 (18.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Peterborough: <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%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years47 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)26 (12.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Peterborough: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over22 (13.4%)21 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Peterborough: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over25 (15.2%)21 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Peterborough: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over22 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Peterborough

Computing Device Access in Peterborough

Computing Device Access in Peterborough
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop84866.3%
Smartphone1,16791.2%
Tablet79462.1%
No Computing Device262.0%
Total1,279100.0%

Internet Access in Peterborough

Internet Access in Peterborough
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet131.0%
Broadband Home90871.0%
Cellular Data Only20716.2%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet15111.8%
Total1,279100.0%

Peterborough Summary

Peterborough, New Hampshire is a small town located in Hillsborough County in the southwestern part of the state. It is situated on the Contoocook River, and is part of the Monadnock Region. The town has a population of 6,284 as of the 2010 census, and is the county seat of Hillsborough County.

History

The area that is now Peterborough was first settled in 1738 by a group of Scots-Irish immigrants led by the Reverend Peter Powers. The town was incorporated in 1760, and named after Powers. The town was an important center of trade and industry in the early 19th century, and was home to several mills and factories. The town was also the site of the first free public library in the United States, established in 1833.

Geography

Peterborough is located in southwestern New Hampshire, in Hillsborough County. It is situated on the Contoocook River, and is part of the Monadnock Region. The town has a total area of 16.2 square miles, of which 15.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water. The town is bordered by the towns of Dublin to the north, Sharon to the east, Hancock to the south, and Jaffrey to the west.

Economy

The economy of Peterborough is largely based on tourism and manufacturing. The town is home to several small businesses, including a number of restaurants, shops, and galleries. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics factory, and a printing company.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 6,284 people, 2,541 households, and 1,619 families residing in the town. The population density was 393.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 96.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $50,977, and the median income for a family was $63,958. The per capita income for the town was $25,945. About 5.2% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Peterborough?
Total Population of Peterborough is 2,247.
What is the Total Male Population of Peterborough?
Total Male Population of Peterborough is 1,013.
What is the Total Female Population of Peterborough?
Total Female Population of Peterborough is 1,234.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Peterborough?
There are 82.09 Males per 100 Females in Peterborough.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Peterborough?
There are 121.82 Females per 100 Males in Peterborough.
What is the Median Population Age in Peterborough?
Median Population Age in Peterborough is 60.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Peterborough
Average Family Size in Peterborough is 2.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Peterborough
Average Household Size in Peterborough is 1.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Peterborough?
Per Capita income in Peterborough is $72,177.
What is the Median Family Income in Peterborough?
Median Family Income in Peterborough is $99,904.
What is the Median Household income in Peterborough?
Median Household Income in Peterborough is $83,906.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Peterborough?
Income or Wage Gap in Peterborough is 22.3%.
Women in Peterborough earn 77.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Peterborough?
Inequality or Gini Index in Peterborough is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Peterborough?
There are 1,358 People in the Labor Forcein in Peterborough.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Peterborough?
62.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Peterborough.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Peterborough?
Unemployment Rate in Peterborough is 2.9%.