Moving To New Hampshire

A complete guide of the state from healthcare to diversity

Should you move to New Hampshire?

New Hampshire, the Granite State, is a place of natural beauty, quaint towns, and vibrant communities. Known for its political importance during the presidential primaries and its lack of a state income or sales tax, New Hampshire offers a unique and enriched lifestyle.

New Hampshire’s economy is varied, with strong sectors in healthcare, education, and technology. Manchester, its largest city, is a cultural hub with a revitalized downtown area full of restaurants, shops, and art galleries.

Living in New Hampshire offers a range of experiences. Enjoy the stunning fall foliage, the idyllic charm of small-town life, or outdoor adventures in the White Mountains or along Lake Winnipesaukee. Whether skiing at Bretton Woods, playing at the historic Palace Theatre in Manchester, or enjoying a lobster roll along the seacoast, New Hampshire offers a rich, four-season experience.

Education is highly valued in New Hampshire, with excellent public schools and respected universities like Dartmouth College and the University of New Hampshire.

So, New Hampshire might be your perfect match if you’re looking for a state that offers a balanced lifestyle, a diverse economy, and a strong commitment to education. Just be prepared for cold winters and to engage in the local tradition of town meetings!

State Capital

Concord

Area Code(s)

603

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone

Land Area (sq mi)

8,954

State Bird

Purple finch

Motto

Live Free or Die

State Flag

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How Does New Hampshire Rank?

F
Diversity
D
Cost of Living
D
Home Affordability

Who Lives in New Hampshire?

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Total Population

National Avg 6,652,315

Population Density

154 per sq mi

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

How does New Hampshire compare?

F
Diversity Grade
White alone
88.8%
Black or African American
2%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
3.2%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
Hispanic or Latino
4.6%

Foreign Born Persons

6%

Veterans

90997

Under 5 years
4.5%
Under 18 years
18.1%
Over 65 years
20.2%

New Hampshire Climate

How’s the weather?

How Does New Hampshire Compare?

#43
in Sunny Days
#18
in Annual Rainfall
#26
in Daytime Humidity

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Healthcare in New Hampshire

How are the hospitals and care?

Major Hospitals

26

Residents Per Bed

460

Residents Per Physician

311.3

How Does New Hampshire Compare?

#3
in Healthcare
#17
in Available Beds
#17
in Doctors Per Resident

New Hampshire Metropolitans

New Hampshire

Manchester-Nashua

New Hampshire Cost of Living

How Does New Hampshire Compare?

42
in Cost of Living
31
in Minimum Wage
30
in Living Wage

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Housing in New Hampshire

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Total Households

540,498

Own vs. Rent

Own 71.6%
Rent 28.4%

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Median Home Value

357,000

National $440,300

Median Rent

$1,212

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$857

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Persons Per Household

2.46

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New Hampshire Schools

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8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #9 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

70%

Proficient or Above

29%

Ranked #7 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

73%

Proficient or Above

33%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
93.6%
Bachelors Degree
38.2%

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New Hampshire Cities & Towns

New Hampshire Economy

The industries, jobs, and economics of the zip code

Median Household Income

$83,449

US Average $74,580

How does New Hampshire compare?

In Labor Force

67%

Poverty rate

7.2%

Private Employers

38,825

Total Employees

586,840

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