Living in New Hampshire

#23 in population growth

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!

#41 in population

Population

1,395,231

National Avg 6,652,315

#30 in population

Population Per Square Mile

154

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

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How Does New Hampshire Score?

D
Home Affordability
D
Cost of Living
F
Diversity

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Living in New Hampshire

Climate

How Does New Hampshire Compare?

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

Healthcare

#3

How Does New Hampshire Compare?

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

0

Children's Hospitals

1

VA Medical Centers

6

VA Clinics

New Hampshire Marijuana Laws

Cost of Living

#42

How Does New Hampshire Compare?

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

New Hampshire State Taxes

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Education in New Hampshire

#7

New Hampshire School Districts

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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Places (Cities & Towns)

Get to Know New Hampshire

State Capital

Concord

Area Codes

603

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone

Number of Counties

10

Land Area (square miles)

8,954

Motto

Live Free or Die

State Bird

Purple finch

Housing

#37
#37 in home affordability

Median Home Value

$357,000

National $440,300

#36 in rent affordability

Median Rent

$1,212

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$857

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Total Households

540,498

Persons Per Household

2.46

Rent vs Own

Own 71.6%
Rent 28.4%

Economy

#7 in household income

Median Household Income

83,449

National $70,784

#8 in labor participation
% in Labor Force
67%
Poverty Rate
7.2%

Industries by Revenue

in $1,000s

Health & Social Assistance Revenue

$11,931,600

Accomodations & Food Revenue

$3,721,979

Transportation & Warehousing Revenue

$1,583,610

Per Capita Retail Sales

22,245

Counties

Diversity

#50
White alone
92.6%
Black or African American alone
2%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
0.3%
Asian alone
3.2%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.1%
Two or More Races
1.9%
Hispanic or Latino
4.6%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
88.8%

Foreign Born Persons

6%

Veterans

90997

Persons Under 5 years
4.5%
Persons Under 18 years
18.1%
Persons 65 years and over
20.2%

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