Nelson, New Hampshire
Nelson: town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States of America
About
Nelson is a town located in the county of Cheshire in the U.S. state of New Hampshire. Its population at the 2010 census was 729 and a population density of 31 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 740 inhabitants.
The town was created 252 years ago in 1773.
Quick Facts about Nelson
| Population | 740 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Hampshire (United States) |
| County | Cheshire County |
| Postal code | 03457 |
| Phone Area Codes | 603 |
| Area | 23.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.9906,-72.1309 |
| Altitude | 1,493 feet / 455 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1774 (252 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 11:53:35 (3rd August 2026) |
| Density | 32 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.49% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 67℉ Areas Of Fog 7-days weather |
Geography
Nelson is located at 42°59'26"N 72°7'51"W (42.9906400, -72.1309200).
Nelson map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Nelson increased by 1.49% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 729 | - | census |
| 2011 | 728 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 731 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 731 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 724 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 719 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 715 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 722 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 730 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 734 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 740 | 0.81% | estimation process |
People born in Nelson (7)
People born in Nelson, including politician Alfred B. Kittredge, missionary Dauphin William Osgood, politician John A. Cummings, .
More notable people
- Simon Goodell Griffin (United States Army general) he was born in 09/08/1824
- Ursula Newell Emerson (American missionary) she was born in 27/09/1806
- Olivia Rodham (American writer and botanical collector (1845—1920)) she was born in 01/01/1845
- Lydia Dinsmore Osgood (American botanist and botanical collector) she was born in 16/03/1844
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Nelson, NH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183062 | Keene State College | Keene (NH) | 03435-1506 |
| 245865 | Antioch University-New England | Keene (NH) | 03431 |
| 182892 | Keene Beauty Academy | Keene (NH) | 03431 |
| 182795 | Franklin Pierce University | Rindge (NH) | 03461-0060 |
| 247649 | Landmark College | Putney (VT) | 05346 |
Nearby Transit Stations (34)
Rail and bus stations connected to Nelson, NH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLF | Bellows Falls station | 54 Depot St | RAIL |
| BRA | Union Station | 10 Vernon Rd | RAIL |
| CLA | Claremont | Plains Rd. and Maple Ave. | RAIL |
| CNH | Concord, New Hampshire | 30 Stickney Ave. | BUS |
| MHT | Manchester, New Hampshire | 119 Canal St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Nelson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisvill Post Office | Harrisville (NH) | 03450 |
| Sullivan Post Office | Sullivan (NH) | 03445 |
| Marlborough Post Office | Marlborough (NH) | 03455 |
| Dublin Post Office | Dublin (NH) | 03444 |
| Gilsum Post Office | Gilsum (NH) | 03448 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Nelson, England with a population of 29,317 people.
- Nelson, Wales with a population of 12,857 people.
Other cities in Cheshire County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Cheshire County , NH. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Keene | 22,699 | City in New Hampshire, United States |
| Swanzey | 7,271 | City in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States of America |
| Rindge | 6,129 | Town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States |
| Jaffrey | 5,287 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Winchester | 4,217 | Town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States |
| Walpole | 4,032 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |
| Hinsdale | 3,906 | Town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire |
| Chesterfield | 3,644 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Fitzwilliam | 2,376 | Town in New Hampshire |
| Troy | 2,117 | Town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States |
| Marlborough | 2,086 | Human settlement in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States of America |
| Alstead | 1,951 | City in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States of America |
| Westmoreland | 1,702 | Town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States |
| Dublin | 1,555 | Town in New Hampshire |
| West Swanzey | 1,308 | Census-designated place in Cheshire County, New Hampshire |
| Stoddard | 1,254 | Town in New Hampshire, United States |