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The current estimated population of Alstead, New Hampshire is 1,949, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female. Alstead has seen stable population trends, reflecting its rural, small-town character in southwestern New Hampshire.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1763
  • County: Cheshire
  • Land area: 39.1 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 50 people per square mile
  • Area code: 603
  • Zip code: 03602

Geography and Location

Alstead, New Hampshire is located in Cheshire County, in the southwestern part of the state, near the Vermont border. The town is known for its scenic rural landscape, which includes hills, forests, and small lakes. Alstead’s quiet, small-town atmosphere is enhanced by its historic buildings and covered bridges, offering residents a peaceful environment with a strong sense of community. The town’s proximity to Keene and other larger towns provides residents with access to additional services and amenities, while the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and skiing.

Demographics

Median resident age: 39.5 years
Median household income: $43,191
Median house value: $87,900

Population by Race

Races in Alstead:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.8%)
  • American Indian (0.9%)
  • Hispanic (0.5%)

Ancestries: English (21.5%), Irish (16.6%), French (12.8%), German (9.4%), French Canadian (7.6%), United States (6.5%).

Elevation: 478 feet

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Alstead

  • High school or higher: 86.7%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 27.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 9.2%
  • Unemployed: 4.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 28.6 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Alstead town

  • Never married: 23.4%
  • Now married: 58.7%
  • Separated: 1.0%
  • Widowed: 4.2%
  • Divorced: 12.7%

2.2% Foreign born (0.9% Europe, 0.6% North America, 0.5% Asia).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Alstead:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Alstead:

  • RUTLAND STATE (about 47 miles; RUTLAND, VT; Abbreviation: RUT)
  • MANCHESTER (about 66 miles; MANCHESTER, NH; Abbreviation: MHT)
  • WESTOVER ARB/METROPOLITAN (about 68 miles; SPRINGFIELD/CHICOPEE, MA; Abbreviation: CEF)

Other public-use airports nearest to Alstead:

  • CLAREMONT MUNI (about 15 miles; CLAREMONT, NH; Abbreviation: CNH)
  • HARTNESS STATE (SPRINGFIELD) (about 17 miles; SPRINGFIELD, VT; Abbreviation: VSF)
  • DILLANT-HOPKINS (about 20 miles; KEENE, NH; Abbreviation: EEN)

Amtrak stations near Alstead:

  • 6 miles: BELLOWS FALLS (DEPOT ST.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.
  • 16 miles: CLAREMONT (PLAINS RD.). Services: public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Alstead:

  • KEENE STATE COLLEGE (about 17 miles; KEENE, NH; Full-time enrollment: 4,049)
  • DARTMOUTH COLLEGE (about 40 miles; HANOVER, NH; Full-time enrollment: 5,309)
  • MOUNT WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 47 miles; GARDNER, MA; Full-time enrollment: 2,023)
  • FITCHBURG STATE COLLEGE (about 55 miles; FITCHBURG, MA; Full-time enrollment: 3,660)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS-AMHERST (about 57 miles; AMHERST, MA; Full-time enrollment: 21,468)
  • SMITH COLLEGE (about 61 miles; NORTHAMPTON, MA; Full-time enrollment: 3,053)
  • NEW HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE (about 64 miles; MANCHESTER, NH; Full-time enrollment: 3,251)

Public primary/middle schools in Alstead:

  • VILAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 149; Location: PO BOX 670; Grades: 05 – 08)
  • ALSTEAD PRIMARY SCHOOL (Students: 129; Location: PO BOX 670; Grades: KG – 05)

Libraries

Library in Alstead:

  • SHEDD-PORTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY (Operating income: $24,679; Location: MAIN STREET; 30,716 books; 147 audio materials; 231 video materials; 29 serial subscriptions)

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