Thornton, NH is a small town in the north-eastern part of New Hampshire with a population of 2,704 people. The population density is 51 people per square mile. It has a pleasant rural atmosphere and is surrounded by lush forest and many rivers and lakes. There are several local businesses such as an auto repair shop, a gas station, antique shops, a convenience store, and two restaurants. Year-round outdoor activities include skiing at the Waterville Valley Resort, camping at nearby White Mountain National Forest, hiking various trails in the area and fishing on many of the lakes in Thornton. Other organizations include the Thornton Town Library which hosts many events throughout the year such as book clubs, lectures, author visits and art shows. Local sporting events include football games at Thornton Academy Stadium which draws fans from all over the region to enjoy cheering on their favorite teams.
The population in Thornton is 2,704. There are 54 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Thornton is 45.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Thornton is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Thornton
- 56.2% are married
- 11.1% are divorced
- 26.6% are married with children
- 5.3% have children, but are single
Race in Thornton
- 92.9% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander