New Hampshire Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

New Hampshire has a total population of 1,387,834, making it a smaller state in the nation. The median age is 43.2 years, 12% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Hampshire is 43.2 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New Hampshire is $95,628. This is 22% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $367,200. Housing costs are 21% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

New Hampshire has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.5% vs 58.2%). The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 19.0%. The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

39.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.1%. Notably, 15.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.