New Hampshire
State in United States
New Hampshire has a land area of 8,951.0 square miles and a water area of 396.4 square miles. It is the 44th largest state by area. New Hampshire is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, and Maine.
Population and People
Total Population
1,388,992Data from Census BureauAverage Age
43.1 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
267,741Data from Census BureauVeterans
7.8%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$112,938Data from Census BureauPoverty
11.9%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
1,161,865Data from Census BureauUnemployed
2.4%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
548,026Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,263Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
57.4%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
42.6%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$345,200Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
150,801Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
397,225Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
12.2%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of New Hampshire is located in Boston Regional Office. Within New Hampshire there are . Throughout New Hampshire there are 20 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: NEW HAMPSHIRE
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our Manchester Field Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHAÂ (800-225-5342)
- TTY: Dial 7-1-1
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- TTY: Dial 7-1-1
FIELD OFFICES HUD: NEW HAMPSHIRE
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: NEW HAMPSHIRE
TANF OFFICE HUD: NEW HAMPSHIRE
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: NEW HAMPSHIRE
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: NEW HAMPSHIRE
RENTAL HELP: NEW HAMPSHIRE
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in New Hampshire
- Links to PHA websites
- Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator – search for HUD offices, affordable housing, public housing agencies and homeless resources
HOMEOWNERSHIP: NEW HAMPSHIRE
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in New Hampshire
Age and Sex
43.1 +/- 0.2
Median Age in New Hampshire
Age and Sex
43.1 +/- 0.2
Median Age in New Hampshire
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in New Hampshire
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in New Hampshire
Older Population
19.30 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in New Hampshire
Older Population
19.30 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in New Hampshire
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in New Hampshire
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in New Hampshire
Veterans
7.80 +/- 0.4
Veterans in New Hampshire
Veterans
7.80 +/- 0.4
Veterans in New Hampshire
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in New Hampshire
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in New Hampshire
Median Household Income
$88,465 +/- $2,144
Median Household Income in New Hampshire
Median Household Income
$88,465 +/- $2,144
Median Household Income in New Hampshire
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in New Hampshire
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in New Hampshire
Poverty
7.20 +/- 0.5
Poverty in New Hampshire
Poverty
7.20 +/- 0.5
Poverty in New Hampshire
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in New Hampshire
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in New Hampshire
Educational Attainment
40.20 +/- 1.0
Educational Attainment in New Hampshire
Educational Attainment
40.20 +/- 1.0
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in New Hampshire
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in New Hampshire
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in New Hampshire
Employment rate
64.10% +/- 0.7%
Employment rate in New Hampshire
Employment rate
64.10% +/- 0.7%
Employment rate in New Hampshire
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: NEW HAMPSHIRE
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Last Updated: September 1, 2023