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Information on Portsmouth, Rockingham County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Portsmouth, located in the state of New Hampshire, Rockingham County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Portsmouth, Rockingham County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Portsmouth City HALL, Rockingham County

Portsmouth City Hall's addressPortsmouth Portsmouth Municipal Building
1 Junkins Avenue

Portsmouth, NH 03801
United States
Phone number of Portsmouth City Hall+1 603-610-7220
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Portsmouth official websitecityofportsmouth.com
Mayor of Portsmouth
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Common questions about Portsmouth

What county is Portsmouth NH in?

Portsmouth, NH is located in Rockingham County

Where is Portsmouth, New Hampshire ?

Portsmouth lies in Rockingham County. It is situated in the southeastern part of New Hampshire, United States, along the Piscataqua River. The city is near the border with Maine and roughly 50 miles north of Boston, Massachusetts. Portsmouth is also close to other notable New England cities, including Portland, Maine and Manchester, New Hampshire.

What is the cost of living in Portsmouth NH ?

The cost of living in Portsmouth, New Hampshire (Rockingham County) is relatively high. The median home price is around $500,000, while monthly rent averages $2,200. Groceries can cost about 10% more than the national average, and transportation expenses are also elevated due to limited public transit options.

Portsmouth building department, NH

If you're planning a construction project in Portsmouth, NH, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential first step. To initiate your request, you should contact the Portsmouth Inspection Department, located at City Hall, where applications are processed. It's important to reach out to this office directly to gather detailed information on the cost and processing times of obtaining your permit, as these factors can vary depending on the specifics of your project. Whether you're planning a minor renovation or a major construction effort, the department staff can guide you through the process to ensure compliance with local regulations.
OfficePortsmouth Building Inspection Department
CityPortsmouth
StateNew Hampshire
Address1 Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone603-610-7243
Websitehttps://www.cityofportsmouth.com/inspection

Demography of Portsmouth

Name of Portsmouth inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population21 233 inhabitants /
Population density in Portsmouth1 262,5 pop/sq mi (487,4 pop/km²)

Portsmouth City (NH) statistics

Portsmouth NH Median household income$57,000
Portsmouth NH Poverty rate9.7%
Portsmouth NH Unemployment rate3.4%
Portsmouth NH Educational attainment90.1%

Air quality

Portsmouth Air Quality Today17 (Good)

List of Passport Facilities in Portsmouth, NH

Where to apply for a passport in Portsmouth, NH? There are 1 passport offices in Portsmouth, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
PORTSMOUTH POST OFFICE80 DANIEL ST6034312871

Top 3 most popular banks in Portsmouth

There are 28 bank branches in Portsmouth.
Bangor Savings Bank is the most popular bank in Portsmouth with 4 branch offices, followed by Cambridge Trust Company with 4 branch offices and then TD Bank, National Association with 3 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Portsmouth:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Bangor Savings Bank4Limited Service - Other
Cambridge Trust Company4Limited Service Trust Office
TD Bank, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
People's United Bank, National Association2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank2Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
The Provident Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Sanford Institution for Savings1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Piscataqua Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Northway Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
NBT Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Meredith Village Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Kennebunk Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Federal Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Eastern Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Citizens Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of New Hampshire1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office


Portsmouth administrative numbers

Portsmouth City code3362900
Portsmouth City postcode03801 (Another town has the same postcode)

Toponymy and translation of Portsmouth

Bulgarian: ПортсмътPersian: ریموندJapanese: ポーツマス
Kazakh: ПортсмаусKorean: 포츠머스Russian: Портсмут
Chinese: 朴次茅斯  

Transportation modes in Portsmouth

Airport
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease 2.5 miles
Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport 23.3 miles
Lawrence Municipal Airport 29.4 miles

Portsmouth territory

Portsmouth area16,82 sq mi (43,56 km²)
Portsmouth altitude39 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 43.0606
Longitude: -70.7803
Latitude: 43° 3' 38'' North
Longitude: 70° 46' 49'' West
Time zone
UTC -5:00 (America/New_York)
Summer time : UTC -4:00
Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Portsmouth
  • Portsmouth, Dominique
  • Portsmouth, England, Royaume-Uni
  • Portsmouth, Iowa, États-Unis
  • Portsmouth, Ohio, États-Unis
  • Portsmouth, Rhode Island, États-Unis
  • Portsmouth, Virginia, États-Unis
Natural parks

What is Portsmouth close to?

Nearby cities include: Newington, New Castle, Greenland and Rye
NewingtonNewingtonNew Castle
NewingtonNeighbouring townsNew Castle
GreenlandGreenlandRye
Newington 2.9 milesNew Castle 3.3 milesGreenland 3.6 miles
Rye 3.9 milesKittery 4.2 milesEliot 6 miles
North Hampton 6.2 milesStratham 6.9 milesDurham 8 miles
Newmarket 8.7 milesHampton 8.8 milesNewfields 9.6 miles
Dover 10.2 milesYork 10.3 milesExeter 10.4 miles
Hampton Falls 10.7 milesMadbury 11.3 milesRollinsford 11.5 miles
South Berwick 11.8 milesLee 12.1 milesKensington 12.7 miles

Distance between Portsmouth and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 2616 milesHouston : 1640 milesPhiladelphia : 309 miles closest
Phoenix : 2311 milesSan Antonio : 1798 milesSan Diego : 2591 miles
Dallas : 1577 milesSan Jose : 2685 milesJacksonville : 1065 miles
Indianapolis : 828 milesSan Francisco : 2733 milesAustin : 1726 miles
Columbus : 666 milesFort Worth : 1606 milesCharlotte : 765 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Portsmouth, NH

Elementary schools in Portsmouth

Little Harbour School

District of Portsmouth School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 415

Mary C. Dondero Elementary School

District of Portsmouth School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 301

New Franklin School

District of Portsmouth School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 256

PEEP School - Pre School Program

District of Portsmouth School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 18

Middle schools in Portsmouth

Portsmouth Middle School

District of Portsmouth School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 521

High schools in Portsmouth

Portsmouth High School

District of Portsmouth School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1087

Private schools in Portsmouth

St Patrick School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 110