Candia, New Hampshire, in Rockingham county, is 10 miles NE of Manchester, New Hampshire and 51 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is considered part of the Manchester metropolitan area. Candia has a population of 3,911.
The People and Families of Candia
In Candia, about 68% of adults are married. Candia is considered a town for married couples and families. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the town.
Interestingly, Candia is known for having more men than similar towns.
Wealth and Education
In 2000, Candia had a median family income of $67,163. Candia is regarded in the state as a town where many of the people are well-off. The town has a large middle class. Candia finds a smaller share of its people living in poverty than most places in the state.
Political Inclinations
In the 2004 election, John Kerry was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Candia ($1,800). Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
Candia Housing
About 92% of housing units in Candia are owner-occupied. Housing in the town tends to be newer construction.
Commuting
Candia, New Hampshire