Abstract
In this brief, author Kenneth Johnson reports that New Hampshire’s population reached 1,409,032 on July 1, 2024, an increase of 6,800 since July 2023, according to new Census Bureau estimates. The state’s population gain was larger than the prior year’s, but smaller than in the two preceding years. Between 2023 and 2024, New Hampshire's entire population gain was due to migration. The state had a net gain of 9,200 people from migration, which offset a loss of 2,400 more deaths than births. Nine of the state’s ten counties gained population, only Coös County experienced a minimal population loss.
These new Census data underscore the continuing importance of migration to New Hampshire’s demographic future. Such migration gains accrue both from attracting migrants to the state and retaining more existing residents, highlighting the importance of developing policies that ensure that New Hampshire communities have the plans, resources, and infrastructure to support both migrants and existing residents with a quality education system, economic opportunities, affordable housing, access to health and child care, and opportunities to enjoy the state’s scenic, environmental, and recreational amenities.
Department
Carsey School of Public Policy
Publication Date
Winter 3-18-2025
Series
National Issue Brief No. 189
Publisher
Durham, N.H. : Carsey School of Public Policy, University of New Hampshire
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Kenneth M., "Modest Population Gains Widespread in New Hampshire Counties" (2025). Carsey School of Public Policy. 503.
https://scholars.unh.edu/carsey/503
Rights
© 2025. University of New Hampshire. All rights reserved.
