Nashua Among Top 10 Places In NH To Raise A Family: Survey

NASHUA, NH — Nashua this month was ranked among the top 10 places in New Hampshire to raise a family. Nashua was ranked No. 6 on Niche's 2017 "Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Hampshire" survey. Windham was ranked No. 1.

The survey was based on factors including public schools, crime rates, cost of living, family-friendly amenities and Census data. (Sign up for free daily newsletters and breaking news alerts from Nashua Patch.)

Here's how Nashua was ranked in key categories:

• Public Schools: B-
• Housing: C+
• Good for Families: B+
• Jobs: B
• Cost of Living: C+
• Outdoor Activities: A
• Crime & Safety: B-
• Nightlife: B+
• Diversity: A-
• Weather: C
• Health & Fitness: A-
• Commute: A-

2017 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New Hampshire: Niche

1. Windham
2. Atkinson
3. Londonderry
4. Hudson
5. Salem
6. Nashua
7. Plaistow
8. Pelham
9. Newton
10. Derry

View the full list.

Niche, a school and neighborhood data service, released the rankings this month.

Nashua last year was named to Money Magazine's 'Best Places to Live 2016' and a Nashua school this month was ranked among the best in the state.

Related:

Nashua Makes 'Best Places to Live 2016'

Nashua School Ranked No. 2 In NH

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