Quality of Life - Live / Work / Play
Our residents make Somersworth special by being truly invested in its success. Life in Somersworth means being embraced by a community that is genuinely excited to welcome a new business or resident to the City.
Life in Somersworth also means being able to take advantage of everything we have to offer. From our excellent education system and health network to our recreation opportunities and advantageous location, it's all available to you when you select Somersworth.
Education
The Somersworth Schools have long enjoyed full NEASC Accreditation. Schools in the system include two elementary schools, one of which was newly constructed in 2011; a Middle/High School Complex; and a Career Technology Center. The Career Tech Center has a state-of-the-art media center, culinary restaurant space and a medical / biotech studies wing, as well as curriculums that include engineering, building trades and automotive technologies.
The University of New Hampshire and Great Bay Community College are just minutes from Somersworth, which gives businesses access to young talent, ideas, new approaches and an educated work force.
Healthcare
Somersworth residents can find just about every service they need along Route 108, our "medical mile." Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, Frisbie Memorial Hospital, and Portsmouth Regional Hospital are all located within minutes of the City, with the world renowned Boston medical community easily accessible, as well.
Recreation
Somersworth offers numerous recreational opportunities, including: 
- Award-winning golf course, The Oaks
- The 80,000 square foot The Works Family Health and Fitness Center
- Noble Pines Park with Splash Pad and pavilion
- Mast Point Dam with a mile-long loop trail and a car-top boat launch
The City has something that everyone can enjoy. Somersworth is also located within a short drive of the City of Boston, the White Mountains, ski resorts, crystal clear lakes and 18 miles of New Hampshire seacoast beaches, as well as being a short drive from the Maine Coast.
Shopping
Somersworth is home to several large national retailers such as Target, Walmart and Home Depot, among others, that complement the small boutiques and specialty shops in the downtown area. All tax free!