About the Area
Learn about the New Hampshire’s Lakes Region and discover why you should be here!
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Things to Do
Something fun for everyone.
Fun Facts!
Motion pictures that were filmed in the Lakes Region: On Golden Pond (Squam Lake) and What About Bob?
Duncan Lake (114 acres) was once a favorite fishing spot of former President and summer resident Grover Cleveland.
Lake Winnipesaukee is 72 square miles of water, more than 200 miles of shoreline, and has 274 habitable islands.
Living Here
Work and live in one of the Happiest States in the Nation!
The Granite State’s quiet, laid back culture makes a comfortable environment for a low maintenance lifestyle. The state’s famous “Live Free or Die” motto holds true with New Hampshire having the third lowest crime rate in the nation – which has residents feeling comfortable and secure. Enjoy a taste of all four of the New England seasons and the yearly activities that follow. The Lakes Region, in particular, offers unlimited opportunities for recreation located in close proximity to mountain ranges, wooded shorelines, and many inner cities. Experience an exceptional quality of life at work and at home in beautiful New Hampshire!
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- Healthcare & Social Assistance
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- Educational Services
- Accommodation & Food Service
| City | Population | Median Home Cost |
Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laconia | 16,075 | $184,000 | $50,000 |
| Gilford | 7,156 | $248,100 | $56,554 |
| Franklin | 6,460 | $159,000 | $43,000 |
| Tilton/Northfield | 3,725 | $166,700 | $52,000 |
| Meredith | 1,749 | $209,000 | $42,000 |
| Belmont | 1,738 | $136,500 | $60,000 |
| New Hampton | 327 | $208,300 | $89,632 |
| Manchester | 111,196 | $206,100 | $53,391 |
| Concord | 43,019 | $208,000 | $57,566 |
Education
7 colleges and universities. Over 400 different programs. The choice is yours!
Colleges In the Lakes Region
The flagship school, The University of New Hampshire, hosts its main campus just about an hour away in the town of Durham. Students access to some of New England’s finest beaches, hiking trails, and ski resorts give them plenty of opportunity to take a break from the books and enjoy the outdoors during all of the seasons. No matter if you are seeking postsecondary education in a public or private institution, New Hampshire has a place for you!
Largest Universities in NH
- Southern New Hampshire University
- University of New Hampshire
- Dartmouth College