Apartments for rent in Charlestown, NH

Charlestown, New Hampshire is a small town with a population of slightly more than 1,000. Young professionals will fit right in, as they account for an above-average percentage of the community, though retirees are also well-represented. With an average age of just over 44, the town's population is older than most cities in New Hampshire. The majority of Charlestown residents own their homes, and 23% of residents rent. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the town boasts a relatively low average rent of $768/month. Over the course of a year, renters in Charlestown will save around $3,800 compared to the state average.

Many Charlestown residents work in one of three industries: healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. Together, these industries make up 28% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 8% of the town's population works in transportation, making it the top field in the town. Charlestown workers bring in an average annual income of around $55,000, the 8th-lowest average income of any municipality in New Hampshire. The town's average income also falls below the national average ($73,345). Charlestown has a relatively large number of residents over the age of 25 who have completed some level of post-secondary education compared to the national average (19%), as 23% have earned a Bachelor's or Associate's degree. Additionally, 1% have a Master's or Doctoral degree.

Charlestown residents have an average commute of about 29 minutes. Many residents (40%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transportation isn't used widely. Relatively few residents walk to work.