New Hampton, New Hampshire Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Hampton, New Hampshire had a total population of 302, the 88th largest community in New Hampshire, with a median household income of $105,938, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 32.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- 58.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Hampshire.
New Hampton Quick Facts
How New Hampton 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 | 285 | 302 | +6.0% |
| Median household income | $84,583 | $105,938 | +25.2% |
| Median home value | $296,700 | $298,200 | +0.5% |
How New Hampton 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 Hampton Rankings in New Hampshire
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Other Cities in Belknap County
Cities Similar to New Hampton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett | 312 | N/A | N/A | 4.5% | 0.7% |
| Alton | 281 | N/A | $363,300 | 16.5% | 3.4% |
| Melvin Village | 324 | $101,298 | $428,300 | 14.9% | 0.0% |
| Canaan | 257 | N/A | $275,000 | 15.6% | 9.3% |
| West Stewartstown | 312 | $80,167 | $27,600 | 4.3% | 9.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 302, New Hampton'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 Hampton is a small community located in New Hampshire, within Belknap County. The total population is 302. It ranks as the 88th most populous out of 100 Census-designated places in New Hampshire.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Hampton is 64.1 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 43.3 years. Only 3.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Hampton is $105,938. This is 7% higher than the state median of $99,031. It is also 31% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 32.1%. This is 343% higher than the state poverty rate of 7.2%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in New Hampton, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $298,200. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $402,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, New Hampton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 72.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
New Hampton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents.
Education
58.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places New Hampton in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 44% higher than the state rate of 40.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Hampton, 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 Hampton, New Hampshire?
New Hampton, New Hampshire has a population of 302 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Hampton, NH?
The median household income in New Hampton is $105,938, which is 31% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Hampton, NH?
The poverty rate in New Hampton is 32.1%. This means approximately 97 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of New Hampton, New Hampshire?
New Hampton's population is 97.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Hampton, NH?
The median home value in New Hampton is $298,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is New Hampton, New Hampshire?
58.7% of adults (25+) in New Hampton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.