New Hampshire

Cost of living, salaries, housing prices, taxes and population data for New Hampshire. Official U.S. government data.

Population
1,387,834
Latest data · 43.2 median age
Median Household Income
$95,628
Rank #6 of 50 · 2026
Median Home Value
$367,200
$6,505/yr property tax

Living in New Hampshire: no income tax, no sales tax, high property tax

New Hampshire famously levies neither income nor sales tax, funding lean government largely through property taxes. Boston spillover feeds southern towns with commuters, while tourism and small manufacturing fill out the rest.

Home prices near the Massachusetts border have surged, and property tax bills shock newcomers who came for the low-tax branding. Overall burdens stay competitive for high earners. It is ideal for Boston-area workers who want space and a different tax mix — if they buy with eyes open.

Quick answers: New Hampshire

How does New Hampshire rank for household income?
The median household income in New Hampshire is $95,628, ranking #6 of 50 states in 2026.
What is the median home value in New Hampshire?
The median home value in New Hampshire is $367,200, with a median annual property tax bill of $6,505.

New Hampshire vs the national average

  • Income 27% above the national median ($75,561).
  • Median home value 35% above the national median ($272,900).

County Explorer — New Hampshire

2026 · 259 areas
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Frequently asked questions

What data does this page show?

Cost of living, median income, rent, home prices and taxes in New Hampshire for 2026, with county explorer and historical trends from past years to 2026.

What is the cost of living in New Hampshire?

Housing, rent, income and taxes for New Hampshire with county explorer and trends — all on this page.

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