New Hampshire is a state in the Northeast region of the United States, known for the White Mountains, lakes region, and colonial coast. It has a population of 1,415,860, making it the 42nd most populated state in the country. The capital city is Concord. New Hampshire has a diverse economy with strong manufacturing and tourism.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of New Hampshire includes 88.93% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 1,234,145 | 88.93% |
| Two or more races | 76,662 | 5.52% |
| Asian | 35,818 | 2.58% |
| Black or African American | 21,164 | 1.52% |
| Other race | 17,835 | 1.29% |
| Native American | 1,923 | 0.14% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 283 | 0.02% |
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New Hampshire's average per capita income is $58,184. Household income levels show a median of $95,628. The poverty rate stands at 7.16%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $132,728 | $161,961 |
| Families | $118,736 | $147,266 |
| Households | $95,628 | $124,062 |
| Non Families | $54,582 | $74,972 |
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New Hampshire’s population shows consistent growth across most regions. Hillsborough County leads with 427,000 residents, while neighboring Rockingham County has grown to 323,000. The strongest growth is occurring in Carroll County at 5.6%, while only Coos County, the state’s northernmost county, shows a slight decline of 0.2%. Population density varies dramatically from Rockingham’s 464 people per square mile to Coos’ sparse 17 people per square mile despite having the largest land area.