Fitzwilliam ZIP Codes — Cheshire County, NH

There is one unique ZIP code in Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire and it is 03447. Area code: 603.

ZIP codes

34.64

sq mi land

1.40

sq mi water

603

area code

Fitzwilliam, NH ZIP code map

About Fitzwilliam, NH

Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire is a charming small town located in Cheshire County in the southwestern corner of the Granite State. Served by a single ZIP code, 03447, the town offers a quintessential New England experience with its historic village center, scenic landscapes, and tight-knit community. Fitzwilliam sits in a region celebrated for its natural beauty and colonial heritage, making it a quiet yet memorable destination in southern New Hampshire.

Location & geography

Fitzwilliam is situated in the southwestern reaches of New Hampshire, near the Massachusetts border and within easy reach of the Connecticut River Valley. Neighboring communities include Rindge to the east, Troy to the north, and Richmond to the west, all within a short drive along rural state highways. The town covers 34.64 square miles of land and 1.40 square miles of water, with its terrain defined by rolling hills, forested ridgelines, and several ponds that lend the landscape a distinctly picturesque New England character.

Community & economy

Fitzwilliam has the feel of a classic New England village, anchored by a historic town common surrounded by well-preserved colonial and Federal-style architecture. The local economy is largely driven by small businesses, agriculture, artisan trades, and tourism, with residents enjoying a peaceful rural lifestyle close to nature. Daily life in Fitzwilliam revolves around community events, local farms, and the outdoor recreation opportunities afforded by the surrounding forests and waterways.

Transportation

Fitzwilliam is accessible primarily via New Hampshire Route 119, which runs east-west through the town and connects it to neighboring communities such as Rindge and Richmond. Route 12 is also within the broader region, offering north-south connectivity toward Keene to the north and the Massachusetts border to the south. The nearest major airport for travelers is Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, located approximately 60 miles to the northeast, while Boston Logan International Airport is roughly 80 miles to the southeast for those needing broader flight options.

History

Fitzwilliam was incorporated in 1773 and named after William FitzWilliam, the Earl Fitzwilliam, reflecting the colonial era's tradition of honoring British nobility in New England place names. Like many towns in Cheshire County, Fitzwilliam developed around agriculture, timber, and small-scale manufacturing during the 18th and 19th centuries, with its village center serving as a local hub for trade and civic life. The town's historic district, centered on its classic New England town common, has been recognized for its architectural integrity and remains one of the finest examples of early American town planning in the region.

Did you know?

Fitzwilliam is home to one of the most photographed town commons in all of New Hampshire, frequently cited as a picture-perfect example of colonial New England village design. The town also has a long history as a destination for antique hunters, with its shops and dealers drawing visitors from across the region who come in search of early American furniture, artwork, and collectibles.

ZIP codes for Fitzwilliam, NH (1)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
03447	Fitzwilliam	Cheshire	View map

Demographics & statistics

2,287

Population

51.6

Median age

$85,733

Median household income

$48,607

Per capita income

$245,800

Median home value

$1,096

Median monthly rent

94.5%

Home ownership

9.4%

Poverty rate

5.6%

Unemployment

1,261

Housing units

32.7%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

Under 5

5–9

10–14

15–19

20–24

143

25–34

129

110

35–44

100

173

45–54

156

150

55–59

136

139

60–64

125

235

65–74

211

75–84

85+

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	285	12.5%
18 and over	2,002	87.5%
65 and over	536	23.4%
Median age	51.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 95.3%

Two or more races 2.8%

Hispanic or Latino 1.2%

Asian 0.6%

Other race 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	2,207	95.3%
Two or more races	64	2.8%
Hispanic or Latino	28	1.2%
Asian	13	0.6%
Other race	3	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 5.8%

$10k–$15k 4.3%

$15k–$25k 4.7%

$25k–$35k 6.4%

$35k–$50k 9.5%

$50k–$75k 15.6%

$75k–$100k 18.4%

$100k–$150k 17.4%

$150k–$200k 7.6%

$200k+ 10.3%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	5.8%
$10k–$15k	4.3%
$15k–$25k	4.7%
$25k–$35k	6.4%
$35k–$50k	9.5%
$50k–$75k	15.6%
$75k–$100k	18.4%
$100k–$150k	17.4%
$150k–$200k	7.6%
$200k+	10.3%
Median income	$85,733

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 0.9%

$50k–$100k 4.1%

$100k–$150k 10.9%

$150k–$200k 17.7%

$200k–$300k 39.4%

$300k–$500k 21.3%

$500k–$1M 4.5%

$1M+ 1.3%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$245,800
Median rent / month	$1,096
Owner occupied	94.5%
Renter occupied	5.5%
Vacant	23.1%
Single-family detached	84.2%
Large apartment buildings	0.0%
Mobile homes	11.3%
Median rooms	6.0
Avg household size (owned)	2.29

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.4%
2010–2019	5.0%
2000–2009	14.1%
1990–1999	5.5%
1980–1989	15.6%
1970–1979	11.5%
1960–1969	7.8%
1950–1959	13.1%
1940–1949	1.8%
1939 or earlier	25.1%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	4.1%
1 bedroom	7.3%
2 bedrooms	32.3%
3 bedrooms	38.0%
4 bedrooms	15.9%
5+ bedrooms	2.4%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	0.8%
1 vehicle	26.8%
2 vehicles	45.4%
3 or more	27.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Electricity	2.1%
Propane / LP gas	10.3%
Fuel oil	62.1%
Wood	22.8%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	481	47.5%
Cohabiting couple	140	13.8%
Male householder, no spouse	165	16.3%
Female householder, no spouse	227	22.4%
Households with children under 18	175	17.3%
Households with seniors (65+)	410	40.5%
Average household size	2.26

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	42.1%	18.1%
Married	45.4%	52.5%
Separated	0.9%	0.0%
Widowed	0.5%	6.1%
Divorced	11.1%	23.3%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.5%

Some HS, no diploma 3.9%

HS graduate 26.7%

Some college, no degree 19.5%

Associate's degree 14.7%

Bachelor's degree 20.3%

Graduate / professional 12.4%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	93.6%
Bachelor's or higher	32.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	8	2.9%
Kindergarten	30	10.9%
Elementary school	125	45.6%
High school	58	21.2%
College / grad school	53	19.3%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 32.1%

Manufacturing 16.4%

Construction 14.6%

Professional & management 9.1%

Retail trade 8.9%

Wholesale trade 4.0%

Finance & real estate 3.2%

Transportation & utilities 3.1%

Arts, food & hospitality 2.5%

Public administration 2.4%

Information 1.8%

Other services 1.7%

Agriculture & mining 0.2%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	35.3%
Service	19.5%
Sales & office	17.1%
Natural resources & construction	16.1%
Production & transportation	12.0%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	76.9%
Government	11.9%
Self-employed	11.2%
Unpaid family workers	0.0%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	84.8%
Carpool	1.0%
Public transit	0.0%
Walk	0.0%
Other means	0.8%
Avg commute (minutes)	40.4

Poverty

All people 9.4%

Under 18 years 8.9%

18 and over 9.4%

Married-couple families 1.2%

Female-led households 14.5%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	40.0%
Retirement income	23.9%
Supplemental Security	7.2%
Cash public assistance	1.4%
Food stamps / SNAP	4.8%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	30.7%
High cholesterol	29.1%
Heart disease	6.2%
Stroke	2.8%
Asthma	11.1%
Arthritis	27.8%
Kidney disease	2.6%
Pulmonary disease	7.0%
Cancer	7.0%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	17.5%
No physical activity	20.4%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	34.5%
Fair or poor health	13.2%
Poor mental health	15.2%
Poor physical health	10.8%
No health insurance	11.3%
Visited doctor (checkup)	67.2%
Visited dentist	64.2%
Cholesterol screening	90.9%
Teeth loss	12.8%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	166	8.3%

Disability	%
Any disability	11.3%
Under 18	7.7%
18–64 years	7.1%
65 and over	24.6%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	71.8%
Public insurance	34.5%
Uninsured under 19	3.8%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	2,209	96.6%
Spanish	10	0.5%
Other Indo-European	6	0.3%
Asian & Pacific Islander	0	0.0%
Other languages	0	0.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	2,262	98.9%
Born in same state	2,262	98.9%
Born in different state	578	25.3%
Foreign born	0	0.0%
Naturalized citizen	25	1.1%
Not a US citizen	20	80.0%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	435	19%
Italian	377	16.5%
German	161	7%
Arab	126	5.5%

Ancestry	Count	%
English	65	2.8%
Polish	11	0.5%
Norwegian	11	0.5%
Dutch	3	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	44.3%
Internet access	97.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Fitzwilliam, NH have?

Fitzwilliam, NH has one ZIP code: 03447. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.