Laconia
City in Belknap County, New Hampshire

Laconia is a city in Belknap County, New Hampshire, with 16,871 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 502 ft (153 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Meredith, 3.9 miles N.
- 16,871residents (2020 Census)
- 502 ftelevation · 153 m
- 19.8 sq miland area · 51.4 km²
- 850 / sq mipopulation density
- 03246ZIP code
About Laconia
Laconia ( lə-KOHN-ee-ə) is a city in Belknap County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 16,871 at the 2020 census, and an estimated 17,246 in 2025, up from 15,951 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Belknap County. Laconia, situated between Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam, includes the villages of Lakeport and Weirs Beach. Each June, the city hosts Laconia Motorcycle Week, also known as "Bike Week," one of the country's largest motorcycle rallies.
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Living in Laconia
- Median household income
- $73,218
- Median home value
- $340,300
- Median rent
- $1,224/mo
- Median age
- 45.3
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Laconia had 16,871 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 16,871 |
|---|---|
| Density | 850 per sq mi (328 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Laconia at a glance
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
|---|---|
| County | Belknap County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 16,871 (2020) |
| Land area | 19.84 sq mi (51.4 km²) |
| Water area | 6.24 sq mi (16.17 km²) |
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.5765° N, 71.4823° W |
| ZIP code | 03246 |
| Official website | laconianh.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3340180 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Laconia
- Meredith3.9 mi N
- Gilford6.6 mi SE
- Sanbornton7.0 mi SW
- Belmont7.1 mi S
- New Hampton8.2 mi NW
- Tilton8.7 mi SW
- Center Harbor8.8 mi N
- Tilton Northfield10.7 mi SW
- Moultonborough11.3 mi NE
- Bridgewater11.4 mi NW
- Gilmanton11.6 mi SE
- Suissevale11.7 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Laconia
What county is Laconia in?
Laconia is in Belknap County, New Hampshire.
What is the population of Laconia, NH?
16,871 people lived in Laconia at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Laconia, NH?
The ZIP code of Laconia is 03246.
What is the elevation of Laconia?
502 feet (153 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Laconia?
Meredith (3.9 mi), Gilford (6.6 mi), Sanbornton (7.0 mi), Belmont (7.1 mi), New Hampton (8.2 mi).
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