Where is Hillsborough, New Hampshire, USA?

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Where is Hillsborough Located? - Hillsborough is a city located in the Hillsborough County of New Hampshire, United States. Hillsborough lies between 47.6739881 Degrees North latitudes and 122.121512 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Hillsborough, New Hampshire

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Where is Hillsborough Located?

Hillsborough is a city located in the Hillsborough County of New Hampshire, United States. Hillsborough lies between 47.6739881 Degrees North latitudes and 122.121512 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hillsborough city is 2156 people and the city has a total area of 1.95 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Hillsborough, New Hampshire Quick Facts

Property Information
TownHillsborough
CountyHillsborough County
StateNew Hampshire
State CapitalConcord
US RegionNortheastern United States
Latitude43.1145° N
Longitude71.8951° W
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Land Area43.85 sq mi
Water Area0.82 sq mi
Total Area44.67 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)5,976 (2020 Census)
Population Density (per sq mi)136
ZIP Code03244
Area Code603
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code33-35940
Congressional DistrictNew Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Category Information
Airport NameManchester–Boston Regional Airport (nearest major airport)
IATA CodeMHT
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 202, New Hampshire Route 9, New Hampshire Route 31, New Hampshire Route 149
Train/Rail ServiceNo passenger rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceRegional demand-response transportation services
  • New Hampshire Route 9 provides an important east–west corridor linking Hillsborough with Concord and Keene.
  • U.S. Route 202 connects the town with Peterborough, Henniker, and other southern New Hampshire communities.
  • New Hampshire Routes 31 and 149 provide access to neighboring towns and recreational destinations.
  • Manchester–Boston Regional Airport, approximately 35 miles east, offers domestic commercial air service.

Top Places to Visit in Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Landmark Name Type
Franklin Pierce Homestead State Historic SiteHistoric Site
Fox State ForestState Forest
Gleason FallsNatural Attraction
Hillsborough Historical Society MuseumHistory Museum
Emerald Lake State ParkState Park
Manahan ParkCommunity Park
Pierce Homestead TrailsHiking Area
Contoocook River ParkRiverside Park
Deering Wildlife SanctuaryNature Area
Hillsborough Center Historic DistrictHistoric District

Driving Distances from Hillsborough, New Hampshire to Nearby Cities

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
HennikerNew Hampshire1015 min
PeterboroughNew Hampshire1625 min
ConcordNew Hampshire3035 min
KeeneNew Hampshire3340 min
ManchesterNew Hampshire3240 min
NashuaNew Hampshire4250 min
LebanonNew Hampshire571 hr 10 min
PortsmouthNew Hampshire671 hr 20 min
BrattleboroVermont4455 min
BostonMassachusetts831 hr 40 min

Colleges and Universities in Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
New England CollegePrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, education, and graduate programs
NHTI – Concord's Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeHealthcare, engineering technology, business, and transfer programs
Keene State CollegePublicCollegeLiberal arts, education, environmental science, and business
University of New Hampshire at ManchesterPublicUniversityBusiness, engineering technology, analytics, and liberal arts
Hillsboro-Deering School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Contoocook River, Emerald Lake, Gould Pond, Franklin Pierce Lake, Beard Brook, Jones Brook, Long Pond, Tooky Mills Pond.

Golf Courses in Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Crotched Mountain Golf Club, Duston Country Club, Angus Lea Golf Course, Stonebridge Country Club, Beaver Meadow Golf Course.

Hillsborough, New Hampshire — Key Historical Facts

  • Hillsborough was incorporated in 1772 and became one of the early settlements established along the Contoocook River in central New Hampshire.
  • The town is closely associated with Franklin Pierce, the 14th President of the United States, whose family homestead is preserved as a state historic site.
  • During the nineteenth century, Hillsborough developed mills powered by the Contoocook River, supporting textile production, woodworking, and local manufacturing.
  • Railroad expansion later strengthened commerce and transportation, contributing to the town's growth as a regional business center.
  • Today, Hillsborough is known for its historic villages, outdoor recreation, scenic lakes and forests, and its rich presidential heritage.

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