Information on Hancock, Hillsborough County
The Town of Hancock is located in the state of New Hampshire, in Hillsborough County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Hancock Town HALL, Hillsborough County
| Hancock Town Hall's address | Hancock Hancock Municipal Building PO Box 6 Hancock, NH 03449 United States | |
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| Phone number of Hancock Town Hall | +1 603-525-4441 | |
| Hancock, NH email | Loading... | |
| Hancock official website | hancocknh.org | |
| Mayor of Hancock | Barbara Caverly | |
| Hillsborough County, New Hampshire: Vital Records | Hancock vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your New Hampshire birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Hancock
What county is Hancock NH in?Hancock, NH is located in Hillsborough County |
Where is Hancock, New Hampshire ?Hancock is situated in Hillsborough County in the southwestern part of New Hampshire, United States. It lies to the east of the Monadnock Region and is approximately 40 miles west of Manchester. The town is located near Peterborough, about 10 miles to the southeast. |
What is the cost of living in Hancock NH ? |
Hancock administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | New Hampshire |
| County | Hillsborough - other counties in New Hampshire |
Hancock building department, NH
If you're planning construction or renovation in Hancock, NH, obtaining the necessary permits is an important step in ensuring your project complies with local regulations. You can request permits by visiting the Hancock Town Office, where you'll find guidance tailored to your project's specific requirements. It's important to contact the office directly to receive the most current information regarding associated costs and processing times, as these details can vary based on the scope and nature of your construction plans. The knowledgeable staff at the town office are available to assist you with any questions and help facilitate a smooth permitting process.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Hancock's town hall or Hillsborough County authorities directly. |
Demography of Hancock
| Name of Hancock inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 1 654 inhabitants | 153 / 6 776 | ||
| Population density in Hancock | 53,0 pop/sq mi (20,5 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| OVERTIME: The Long Way Home Tour w/ KRIZZ KALIKO in Manchester | 2025-07-27 at Jewel Music Venue | ||
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 | New Hampshire Fisher Cats vs. Altoona Curve | 2025-06-03 at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium | |
| New Hampshire Fisher Cats vs. Altoona Curve | 2025-06-04 at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium | |
| New Hampshire Fisher Cats vs. Altoona Curve | 2025-06-05 at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium | |
| New Hampshire Fisher Cats vs. Altoona Curve | 2025-06-06 at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium | |
| New Hampshire Fisher Cats vs. Altoona Curve | 2025-06-07 at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium | |
| New Hampshire Fisher Cats vs. Altoona Curve | 2025-06-08 at Northeast Delta Dental Stadium |
List of Passport Facilities in Hancock, NH
This Town does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Hancock, NH
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| ANTRIM POST OFFICE | 1 POST RD | 6035882614 |
| PETERBOROUGH POST OFFICE | 23 GROVE ST | 6039243251 |
| KEENE POST OFFICE | 196 MAIN ST | 6033521751 |
| WEARE POST OFFICE | 8 DUCK POND ROAD | 6035292636 |
| WADLEIGH MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 49 NASHUA STREET | 6032490645 |
| ASHBY POST OFFICE | 10 COMMON RD | 9783860041 |
| GOFFSTOWN POST OFFICE | 11 CHURCH STREET, SUITE 1 | 6034979907 |
| MERRIMACK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 470 DANIEL WEBSTER HIGHWAY | 6034245021 |
| BAKER FREE LIBRARY | 509 SOUTH STREET | 6032247113 |
| GARDNER POST OFFICE | 69 PLEASANT ST | 9786325697 |
| FITCHBURG POST OFFICE | 881 MAIN STREET | 9783426343 |
| MANCHESTER DOWNTOWN STATION POST OFFICE | 1000 ELM ST | 6036233534 |
| MANCHESTER MAIN POST OFFICE | 955 GOFFS FALLS RD | 6036266887 |
| CONCORD POST OFFICE | 18 LOUDON ROAD | 6032250004 |
| NEWPORT POST OFFICE | 15 PARK ST | 6038639947 |
Hancock administrative numbers
| Hancock Town code | 3333700 |
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| Hancock Town postcode | 03449 |
Transportation modes in Hancock
| Airport | Jaffrey Airport–Silver Ranch 11.9 miles Dillant–Hopkins Airport 14.9 miles Nashua Airport 28 miles |
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Hancock territory
| Hancock area | 31,22 sq mi (80,86 km²) |
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| Hancock altitude | 1 030 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 42.9773 Longitude: -71.9978 Latitude: 42° 58' 38'' North Longitude: 71° 59' 52'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00 |
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| Namesake of Hancock |
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| Natural parks | Hancock isn't part of a natural park |
What is Hancock close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Harrisville, Antrim, Bennington and Nelson | ||
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| Nelson | Antrim | Antrim |
| Harrisville |  | Antrim |
| Harrisville | Harrisville | Greenfield |
| Harrisville 4.1 miles | Antrim 5.2 miles | Bennington 5.6 miles |
| Nelson 6.5 miles | Greenfield 6.6 miles | Peterborough 6.7 miles |
| Dublin 7.1 miles | Stoddard 9 miles | Francestown 9.2 miles |
| Windsor 9.5 miles | Deering 10.1 miles | Roxbury 10.1 miles |
| Jaffrey 10.7 miles | Marlborough 11.1 miles | Sullivan 11.4 miles |
| Sharon 11.6 miles | Hillsborough 12 miles | Temple 12.1 miles |
| Lyndeborough 12.5 miles | Troy 13.9 miles | Gilsum 14.1 miles |
Distance between Hancock and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 2554 miles | Houston : 1582 miles | Philadelphia : 262 miles closest |
| Phoenix : 2249 miles | San Antonio : 1740 miles | San Diego : 2530 miles |
| Dallas : 1517 miles | San Jose : 2625 miles | Jacksonville : 1024 miles |
| Indianapolis : 766 miles | San Francisco : 2674 miles | Austin : 1667 miles |
| Columbus : 605 miles | Fort Worth : 1545 miles | Charlotte : 716 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Hancock, NH
Elementary schools in Hancock
Hancock Elementary School
District of Contoocook Valley School DistrictLowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 47
Leisure and activities in Hancock surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Monadnock Country Club to Peterborough 6.8 miles | Crotched Mountain Golf Club to Francestown 7.2 miles |
| Dublin Lake Golf Club to Dublin 9.5 miles | Angus Lea Golf & Tennis Club to Hillsborough 10.4 miles |
| The Shattuck to Jaffrey 10.4 miles | Woodbound Inn Golf Course to Rindge 13 miles |
| Oak Brook Golf to Weare 15.3 miles | Bretwood Golf Course to Keene 15.5 miles |
| Keene Country Club to Keene 16.3 miles | |
Other information on the Town of Hancock
| Nuclear power plant | Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Plant 47 mile |
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