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Nashua
Nearest city:
Population: 90,984
Median household income: $79,063
Nashua, the state's second-largest city, is known for its low crime and good schools. It draws shoppers from nearby Massachusetts who want to take advantage of the state's lack of a general sales tax.
Runner-up:
Manchester
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