Chester, New Hampshire
Chester: human settlement in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America
About
Chester is a city located in the county of Rockingham in the U.S. state of New Hampshire. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,768 and a population density of 183 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,278 inhabitants.
The city was created 304 years ago in 1721.
Quick Facts about Chester
| Population | 5,278 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Hampshire (United States) |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Postal code | 03036 |
| Phone Area Codes | 603 |
| Area | 26 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.9568,-71.2573 |
| Altitude | 466 feet / 142 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1722 (304 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 05:10:21 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 203 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 9.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
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Geography
Chester is located at 42°57'24"N 71°15'26"W (42.9567500, -71.2572800).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Chester increased by 9.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,768 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,777 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,827 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,804 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,887 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,943 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,033 | 1.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,126 | 1.81% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,241 | 2.19% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,270 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,278 | 0.15% | estimation process |
Chester zip code is 03036.
County name: Rockingham, County
fips: 33015
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People born in Chester (6)
People born in Chester, including politician George Cochrane Hazelton, politician Gerry Whiting Hazelton, president of Dartmouth College Francis Brown, .
More notable people
- Joseph B. Sanborn he was born in 08/12/1855
- James White (Maine politician) he was born in 02/09/1792
- Benjamin Brown French (Commissioner of Public Buildings, who oversaw federal buildings in Washington, D.C., including U.S. Capitol) he was born in 01/01/1800
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Chester, NH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430810 | New Hampshire Institute of Art | Manchester (NH) | 03104-4858 |
Nearby Transit Stations (30)
Rail and bus stations connected to Chester, NH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MHT | Manchester, New Hampshire | 119 Canal St. | BUS |
| EXR | Exeter station | 60 Lincoln Street | RAIL |
| HHL | Haverhill station | Washington Street at Railroad Square | RAIL |
| NSH | Nashua, NH | 8 North Southwood Drive | BUS |
| NBT | Newburyport, Massachusetts | 90 Storey Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Chester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Post Office | Chester (NH) | 03036 |
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- Chester, South Carolina small rural city in Chester County, South Carolina, United States with a population of 5,363 people.
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- Chester, Georgia city in Dodge County, Georgia, United States with a population of 1,560 people.
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- Chester, Minnesota unincorporated community in Olmsted County, Minnesota with a population of 456 people.
- Chester, Texas town in Tyler County, Texas, United States with a population of 310 people.
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Other cities in Rockingham County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rockingham County , NH. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Derry Village | 34,539 | City in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America |
| Derry | 33,442 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |
| Salem | 30,641 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |
| Londonderry | 26,646 | Town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America |
| Portsmouth | 21,557 | City in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States |
| Hampton | 15,950 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Exeter | 15,296 | Town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States |
| Windham | 14,865 | City in New Hampshire |
| Raymond | 10,573 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Seabrook | 8,844 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |
| Hampstead | 8,612 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |
| Plaistow | 7,735 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Stratham | 7,579 | Town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire |
| Atkinson | 7,163 | Town in New Hampshire, USA |
| Epping | 7,070 | Town in the U. |
| Stratham Station | 6,949 | City in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Chester distances to largest New Hampshire cities