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Merrimack, NH vs Nashua, NH
Merrimack, NH vs Nashua, NH: What the data shows
Merrimack, NH is in Merrimack, NH while Nashua, NH is in Nashua, NH — both in the same state. On home prices, Nashua, NH is the more affordable option at $310,900 median — $66,300 less than Merrimack, NH's $377,200. WYLT rates Merrimack, NH as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Nashua, NH as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Merrimack, NH has the stronger safety profile of the two. Merrimack, NH has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. Nashua, NH has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Merrimack, NH has Low flood risk and Nashua, NH has Low flood risk.
Nashua, NH is the more walkable neighborhood. Merrimack, NH scores N/A/100 versus Nashua, NH's 37/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Nashua, NH has the higher school rating — Merrimack, NH rates 4.9/10 and Nashua, NH rates 5.7/10.
| Category | Merrimack, NH | Nashua, NH |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $377K | $311K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $121K ✓ Higher income | $69K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 37/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 39/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | 45 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B ✓ Safer | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Low ✓ Lower risk | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 4.9/10 | 5.7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | FamiliesRetireesRemote workers | Families with school‑aged kidsRemote workersFirst‑time homebuyers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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