Jaffrey Public RecordsNew Hampshire

As of the 2020 Census, Jaffrey city in Cheshire County, NH, has a population of approximately 5,320. The median age is about 45 years. The gender distribution is nearly even, with roughly 49% male and 51% female residents. Racially, Jaffrey is predominantly White (over 95%), with small percentages of Asian (about 1.1%), Black or African American (0.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Other racial and ethnic groups make up less than 2% of the population.

Jaffrey, Cheshire County, NH, features a homeownership rate of approximately 66%, with median home values around $270,000 as of 2023. Rentals comprise about 34% of housing, and median rents are about $1,300/month. The housing stock consists mostly of single-family homes, with some apartments and historic properties. Notable neighborhoods include Downtown Jaffrey and East Jaffrey. The town’s property tax rate is approximately $26.80 per $1,000 of assessed value. In 2023, property values rose about 8% year-over-year, reflecting regional trends.

Jaffrey, in Cheshire County, NH, is served mainly by Jaffrey-Rindge Cooperative School District, featuring Conant High School (grades 9-12). The city has two public schools and one private school. Conant High has a graduation rate of approximately 86%, with 37% pursuing bachelor's degrees or higher. SchoolDigger rates schools in the area with average academic performance (score: 4/10). The district offers adult education programs and advanced placement options. School safety scores are above state average, with a low incident rate. Educational programs emphasize STEM, arts, and career readiness.

Jaffrey, located in Cheshire County, NH, relies primarily on personal vehicles for transportation, with around 85% of residents commuting alone by car, and less than 1% using public transit due to limited regional bus services. The average commute time is approximately 27 minutes. The town features basic road infrastructure, notably NH Route 202 intersecting the community. About 95% of households own at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs are local businesses, education, and manufacturing, with some residents commuting to nearby cities such as Keene or Peterborough for work.

Jaffrey, in Cheshire County, NH, has limited healthcare facilities, with no full-service hospital in town; residents primarily access Monadnock Community Hospital in nearby Peterborough (15 minutes away). Local clinics include Jaffrey Family Medicine and a ConvenientMD Urgent Care. Cheshire County reports about 94% health insurance coverage, and the population skews older (median age ~47), with common health issues including chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes. The area’s healthcare provider ratio is about 1,200:1 compared to the NH state average of 1,170:1. Access challenges exist for those without personal transportation or with mobility issues.