New Boston, New Hampshire Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Boston, New Hampshire had a total population of 245, the 92nd largest community in New Hampshire, with a median household income of $250,000+, which is 152% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 152% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Hampshire.
- 72.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Hampshire.
- Unemployment rate of 40.0% is notably above the national average.
New Boston Quick Facts
How New Boston Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 197 | 245 | +24.4% |
How New Boston Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 24 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
New Boston Rankings in New Hampshire
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Other Cities in Hillsborough County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 115,643 | $81,007 | 11.2% | $365,600 |
| Nashua | 91,294 | $96,326 | 7.8% | $403,900 |
| Milford | 8,956 | $78,684 | 5.9% | $357,800 |
| Hudson | 7,469 | $95,842 | 5.1% | $366,400 |
| East Merrimack | 5,081 | $87,311 | 3.4% | $291,500 |
| Pinardville | 4,418 | $79,340 | 10.7% | $286,300 |
| Goffstown | 3,490 | $132,997 | 3.3% | $415,300 |
| Peterborough | 2,539 | $85,833 | 3.2% | $379,300 |
| Hillsborough | 1,616 | $49,205 | 10.4% | $265,200 |
| Antrim | 1,265 | $72,738 | 12.1% | $281,500 |
Cities Similar to New Boston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canaan | 257 | N/A | $275,000 | 15.6% | 9.3% |
| Alton | 281 | N/A | $363,300 | 16.5% | 3.4% |
| Bartlett | 312 | N/A | N/A | 4.5% | 0.7% |
| Newfields | 294 | $185,769 | $484,100 | 72.9% | 1.0% |
| Suissevale | 230 | $100,795 | $462,500 | 44.8% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 245, New Boston's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
New Boston is a small community located in New Hampshire, within Hillsborough County. The total population is 245. It ranks as the 92nd most populous out of 100 Census-designated places in New Hampshire.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Boston is 58.1 years. This is 34% higher than the state median of 43.3 years. Only 12.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Boston is $250,000+. This is 152% higher than the state median of $99,031. It is also 210% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 7.2%. The unemployment rate is 40.0%. This is 1094% higher than the state rate of 3.4%. 64.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% lower than the state average of 72.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in New Boston was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
72.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places New Boston in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 79% higher than the state rate of 40.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 30.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Boston, New Hampshire is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New Hampshire state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 100 Census-designated places in New Hampshire. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of New Boston, New Hampshire?
New Boston, New Hampshire has a population of 245 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Boston, NH?
The median household income in New Boston is $250,000+, which is 210% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Boston, NH?
The poverty rate in New Boston is 5.8%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Boston, New Hampshire?
New Boston's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Boston, NH?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for New Boston — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is New Boston, New Hampshire?
72.6% of adults (25+) in New Boston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 30.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.