Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
21%
Keene
Keene, NH Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,610
Population
24,517
Renter Mix
48% Rent
Where natural beauty, New England charm, and college-town energy collide
College Town
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Scenic
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Charming
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Affordable
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Historic
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Located in New Hampshire's Monadnock Region, Keene combines small-city conveniences with classic New England character. As home to Keene State College and Antioch University New England, the city's historic downtown centers around Central Square, where independent shops and restaurants create a welcoming atmosphere. The rental market shows stability, with average rents ranging from $1,498 for studios to $1,798 for two-bedroom units, reflecting a moderate year-over-year increase of 2-4%. Housing options span from apartments near the college campus to converted Victorian homes in the historic district.
Community events and outdoor recreation define life in Keene. Downtown hosts the annual Keene Music Festival, while fall brings the beloved Pumpkin Festival. The Ashuelot River Trail offers paths for walking and cycling through the city's natural landscapes. Major state highways provide easy access to surrounding areas, while maintaining Keene's small-town appeal. The city serves as headquarters for C&S Wholesale Grocers, and the restored Colonial Theatre anchors the arts scene with year-round performances.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$57,192
Average: $82,460
Education
8,433
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
12,532
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Keene has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Keene, NH is $1,434 for a studio, $1,596 for one bedroom, $1,869 for two bedrooms, and $2,014 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Keene has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,596/month
655 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Keene, NH is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
308 Students
Public
Grades K-5
169 Students
Public
Grades K-5
212 Students
Public
Grades K-5
310 Students
Public
Grades K-5
194 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
627 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,291 Students
Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock
Public
Grades 9-12
62 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Horatio Colony House Museum & Nature Preserve
- Stonewall Farm
- Chesterfield Gorge Natural Area
- Friendly Farm
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.