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 | 10:18:55 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 203 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 10.7% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Chester is located at 42°57'24"N 71°15'26"W (42.9567500, -71.2572800).
Chester map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 63. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Chester increased by 10.7% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,768 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,777 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,827 | 1.05% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,804 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,887 | 1.73% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,943 | 1.15% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,033 | 1.82% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,126 | 1.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,241 | 2.24% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,270 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,278 | 0.15% | estimation process |
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, Illinois city in Illinois. with a population of 8,145 people.
- Chester, South Carolina small rural city in Chester County, South Carolina, United States. with a population of 5,363 people.
- Chester, Connecticut town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States. with a population of 4,175 people.
- Chester, Pennsylvania city in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. with a population of 4,072 people.
- Chester, New York village in Orange County, New York. with a population of 3,247 people.
- Chester, Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America. with a population of 3,107 people.
- Chester, Vermont town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States. with a population of 3,018 people.
- Chester, West Virginia city in West Virginia, USA. with a population of 2,313 people.
- Chester, New Jersey borough in Morris County, New Jersey. with a population of 1,620 people.
- Chester, Georgia city in Dodge County, Georgia, United States. with a population of 1,560 people.
- Chester, Massachusetts town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. with a population of 1,365 people.
Other cities in Rockingham County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Rockingham County , NH. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| Sandown | 6,551 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Kingston | 6,426 | Town in New Hampshire, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Chester distances to largest New Hampshire cities