Welcome to Exeter, New Hampshire! A Historic Community. A Modern Organization. A Compelling Leadership Opportunity. Located in New Hampshire’s Seacoast region, 15 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, the Town of Exeter offers the charm of a historic New England community paired with the services, amenities, and connectivity of a modern municipality. Encompassing nearly 22 square miles and 16,000 residents, Exeter provides an exceptional quality of life with convenient access to the broader Seacoast region and the Boston metropolitan area via Amtrak’s Downeaster rail service. Community Character and Quality of Life Exe