Gilford
Town in Belknap County, New Hampshire
Gilford is a town in Belknap County, New Hampshire, with 7,699 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 745 ft (227 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Gilmanton, 6.1 miles S.
- 7,699residents (2020 Census)
- 745 ftelevation · 227 m
- 38.8 sq miland area · 100.5 km²
- 198 / sq mipopulation density
- 03249main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Gilford
Gilford is a town in Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 7,699 at the 2020 census, and an estimated 7,898 in 2025, up from 7,126 at the 2010 census. Situated on Lake Winnipesaukee, Gilford is home to Governors Island, Ellacoya State Beach, Belknap Mountain State Forest, Gunstock Mountain Resort, and the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion, a seasonal outdoor concert venue. The lakeside village of Glendale lies within Gilford's borders.
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Living in Gilford
- Median household income
- $116,635
- Median home value
- $456,500
- Median rent
- $1,150/mo
- Median age
- 48.2
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Gilford had 7,699 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 7,699 |
|---|---|
| Density | 198 per sq mi (77 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Gilford at a glance
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
|---|---|
| County | Belknap County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 7,699 (2020) |
| Land area | 38.79 sq mi (100.5 km²) |
| Water area | 14.75 sq mi (38.20 km²) |
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.5194° N, 71.3760° W |
| ZIP codes | 03249, 03810 |
| Official website | gilfordnh.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3300128740 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Gilford
- Gilmanton6.1 mi S
- Belmont6.2 mi SW
- Laconia6.6 mi NW
- Alton7.1 mi E
- Meredith9.9 mi NW
- Tilton10.7 mi W
- Sanbornton11.3 mi W
- Tuftonboro11.6 mi NE
- New Durham11.9 mi E
- Tilton Northfield12.0 mi SW
- Northfield12.1 mi SW
- Melvin Village12.3 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Gilford
What county is Gilford in?
Gilford is in Belknap County, New Hampshire.
What is the population of Gilford, NH?
7,699 people lived in Gilford at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Gilford, NH?
The main ZIP code is 03249. Other ZIP codes: 03810.
What is the elevation of Gilford?
745 feet (227 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Gilford?
Gilmanton (6.1 mi), Belmont (6.2 mi), Laconia (6.6 mi), Alton (7.1 mi), Meredith (9.9 mi).
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