Nashua, NH
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 90,292 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The city is on the banks of the Nashua River, close to both Boston and the White Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
City festivals include Taste of Downtown Nashua in June, the Great American Ghost Town in October, and the Winter Holiday Stroll in November.
Recreation
There are 49 ski areas within 100 miles, and 89 golf courses within 30 miles.
Historical
The city’s name is a Nashaway Indian word meaning “beautiful river with a pebbly bottom.”
Economy
BAE Systems North America, healthcare, and technology companies are some of the city’s biggest economic contributors.
| Population [details] | 90,292 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 67.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 530.17 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 38.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 31.88 °F/10.38 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.95 °F/59.21 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 39.66 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 71 |
| Cost of living [details] | 118.3 |
| State sales tax | N/A |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (31.45 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MANCHESTER (13.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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