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|leader_name = John Paul-Hilliard, Chair<br>Marianne Peabody, Vice-Chair<br>Roy Sabourn<br>Brad Benton<br>John "Jack" Gaites<ref>http://www.townofthornton.org/boards.php#select</ref>
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'''Thornton''' is a town in [[Grafton County, New Hampshire|Grafton County]], [[New Hampshire]], [[United States]]. The population was 2,490 at the 2010 census.<ref>United States Census Bureau, [http://factfinder2.census.gov/main.html American FactFinder], 2010 Census figures. Retrieved March 23, 2011.</ref>
'''Thornton''' is a [[New England town|town]] in [[Grafton County, New Hampshire|Grafton County]], [[New Hampshire]], United States. The population was 2,708 at the [[2020 United States census|2020 census]],<ref name="Census 2020"/> up from 2,490 at the 2010 census.<ref>United States Census Bureau, [https://www.census.gov American FactFinder], 2010 Census figures. Retrieved March 23, 2011.</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
Thornton was incorporated in 1763, and named for Doctor [[Matthew Thornton]], a signer of the [[United States Declaration of Independence|Declaration of Independence]].{{Citation needed|date=April 2012}}
Thornton was incorporated on July 6, 1763, and named for Doctor [[Matthew Thornton]], a signer of the [[United States Declaration of Independence|Declaration of Independence]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.aannh.org/heritage/grafton/thornton.php|title=NH History and Heritage Guide|website=www.aannh.org|access-date=February 1, 2018}}</ref>


== Geography ==
== Geography ==
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|50.8|sqmi|1}}, of which {{convert|50.2|sqmi|1}} is land and {{convert|0.6|sqmi|1}} is water, comprising 1.19% of the town.<ref>{{cite web| url=http://factfinder2.census.gov| title=Geographic Identifiers: 2010 Demographic Profile Data (G001) - Thornton town, New Hampshire| publisher=U.S. Census Bureau American Factfinder| accessdate=November 13, 2011}}</ref> The highest point in Thornton is {{convert|2580|ft|m}} above [[sea level]] on the western ridge of Dickey Mountain, whose {{convert|2734|ft|m|adj=on}} summit lies in the neighboring town of [[Waterville Valley, New Hampshire|Waterville Valley]].
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the town has a total area of {{convert|131.3|sqkm|order=flip}}, of which {{convert|129.7|sqkm|order=flip}} are land and {{convert|1.6|sqkm|order=flip|1}} are water, comprising 1.19% of the town.<ref name="CenPopGazetteer2021"/> The [[Pemigewasset River]] crosses the west side of the town and drains the town via its tributaries Eastman Brook, Mill Brook, Hubbard Brook, the [[Mad River (Pemigewasset River tributary)|Mad River]], and others. Via the Pemigewasset, the town is part of the [[Merrimack River]] watershed. The highest point in Thornton is {{convert|2580|ft|m}} above [[sea level]] on the western ridge of Dickey Mountain, whose {{convert|2734|ft|m|adj=on}} summit lies in the neighboring town of [[Waterville Valley, New Hampshire|Waterville Valley]].

The [[White Mountain National Forest]] covers most of the eastern side of the town.


== Demographics ==
== Demographics ==
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|2000= 1843
|2000= 1843
|2010= 2490
|2010= 2490
|2020= 2708
|estyear=2015
|estyear=
|estimate=2491
|estimate=
|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2015">{{cite web|url=http://www.census.gov/popest/data/cities/totals/2015/SUB-EST2015.html|title=Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Incorporated Places: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2015|accessdate=July 2, 2016}}</ref>
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|footnote=<center>U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=http://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2016}}</ref></center>
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="Census 2020"/><ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=June 4, 2016}}</ref>
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As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2008-01-31|title=American FactFinder}}</ref> of 2000, there were 1,843 people, 759 households, and 507 families residing in the town. The [[population density]] was 36.6 people per square mile (14.1/km²). There were 1,487 housing units at an average density of 29.5 per square mile (11.4/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 97.61% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.27% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.11% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.27% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.05% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.33% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 1.36% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.71% of the population.
At the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]] there were 1,843 people, 759 households, and 507 families living in the town. The population density was {{convert|36.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 1,487 housing units at an average density of {{convert|29.5|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2000 census|racial makeup]] of the town was 97.61% White, 0.27% African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.27% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.33% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71%.<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 31, 2008|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref>


There were 759 households out of which 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.86.
Of the 759 households 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 21.1% of households were one person and 6.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.86.


In the town, the population was spread out with 22.4% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males.
The age distribution was 22.4% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males.


The median income for a household in the town was $38,380, and the median income for a family was $45,172. Males had a median income of $27,750 versus $22,938 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the town was $18,478. About 6.9% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 13.5% of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.
The median household income was $38,380 and the median family income was $45,172. Males had a median income of $27,750 versus $22,938 for females. The per capita income for the town was $18,478. About 6.9% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 13.5% of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.


== Notable people ==
== Notable people ==
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* [[Moses Cheney]] (1793–1875), 19th century abolitionist
* [[Moses Cheney]] (1793–1875), 19th century abolitionist
* [[Karl Drerup]] (1904–2000), German-American enamels artist
* [[Karl Drerup]] (1904–2000), German-American enamels artist
* [[Orison Swett Marden]] (1848–1924), hotelier, author
* [[Nevin S. Scrimshaw]] (1918–2013), nutritionist, winner of [[World Food Prize]]
* [[Nevin S. Scrimshaw]] (1918–2013), nutritionist, winner of [[World Food Prize]]


==References==
==References==
{{portal|New Hampshire}}
{{reflist}}
{{reflist}}


== External links ==
== External links ==
* {{Official website|http://www.townofthornton.org|Town of Thornton official website}}
* {{Official website|www.townofthornton.org}}
* [http://www.nhes.nh.gov/elmi/products/cp/profiles-htm/thornton.htm New Hampshire Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau Profile]
* [https://www.nhes.nh.gov/elmi/products/cp/profiles-htm/thornton.htm New Hampshire Economic and Labor Market Information Bureau Profile]


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{{Grafton County, New Hampshire}}
{{Grafton County, New Hampshire}}
{{Merrimack River}}
{{Merrimack River}}

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[[Category:Towns in Grafton County, New Hampshire]]
[[Category:Towns in Grafton County, New Hampshire]]

Latest revision as of 14:35, 20 August 2024

Thornton, New Hampshire
Town
Sugar shack in Thornton
Sugar shack in Thornton
Official seal of Thornton, New Hampshire
Seal
Location in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Location in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Coordinates: 43°53′34″N 71°40′33″W / 43.89278°N 71.67583°W / 43.89278; -71.67583
CountryUnited States
StateNew Hampshire
CountyGrafton
Incorporated1763
Villages
  • Thornton
  • West Thornton
Government
 • Board of Selectmen
  • Peter Laufenberg, Chair
  • Marianne Peabody
  • Brad Benton
  • Steve Babin
  • Matthew Peltier
 • Town AdministratorDesiree L. Mahurin
Area
[1]
 • Total50.7 sq mi (131.3 km2)
 • Land50.1 sq mi (129.7 km2)
 • Water0.6 sq mi (1.6 km2)  1.19%
Elevation
617 ft (188 m)
Population
 (2020)[2]
 • Total2,708
 • Density54/sq mi (20.9/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern)
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (Eastern)
ZIP code
03285
Area code603
FIPS code33-76740
GNIS feature ID0873738
Websitewww.townofthornton.org

Thornton is a town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 2,708 at the 2020 census,[2] up from 2,490 at the 2010 census.[3]

History

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Thornton was incorporated on July 6, 1763, and named for Doctor Matthew Thornton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.[4]

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 50.7 square miles (131.3 km2), of which 50.1 square miles (129.7 km2) are land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km2) are water, comprising 1.19% of the town.[1] The Pemigewasset River crosses the west side of the town and drains the town via its tributaries Eastman Brook, Mill Brook, Hubbard Brook, the Mad River, and others. Via the Pemigewasset, the town is part of the Merrimack River watershed. The highest point in Thornton is 2,580 feet (790 m) above sea level on the western ridge of Dickey Mountain, whose 2,734-foot (833 m) summit lies in the neighboring town of Waterville Valley.

The White Mountain National Forest covers most of the eastern side of the town.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1790385—
180053539.0%
181079448.4%
18208577.9%
18301,04922.4%
18401,045−0.4%
18501,011−3.3%
1860967−4.4%
1870840−13.1%
1880775−7.7%
1890632−18.5%
1900552−12.7%
19105530.2%
1920477−13.7%
1930459−3.8%
19405019.2%
1950460−8.2%
19604804.3%
197059423.8%
198095260.3%
19901,50558.1%
20001,84322.5%
20102,49035.1%
20202,7088.8%
U.S. Decennial Census[2][5]

At the 2000 census there were 1,843 people, 759 households, and 507 families living in the town. The population density was 36.6 inhabitants per square mile (14.1/km2). There were 1,487 housing units at an average density of 29.5 per square mile (11.4/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.61% White, 0.27% African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.27% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.33% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.71%.[6]

Of the 759 households 29.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.5% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 21.1% of households were one person and 6.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.86.

The age distribution was 22.4% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 24.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males.

The median household income was $38,380 and the median family income was $45,172. Males had a median income of $27,750 versus $22,938 for females. The per capita income for the town was $18,478. About 6.9% of families and 9.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.5% of those under age 18 and 3.0% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

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References

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  1. ^ a b "2021 U.S. Gazetteer Files – New Hampshire". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  2. ^ a b c "Thornton town, Grafton County, New Hampshire: 2020 DEC Redistricting Data (PL 94-171)". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
  3. ^ United States Census Bureau, American FactFinder, 2010 Census figures. Retrieved March 23, 2011.
  4. ^ "NH History and Heritage Guide". www.aannh.org. Retrieved February 1, 2018.
  5. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
  6. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
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