Smaller Southeastern Towns Lead New Hampshire’s Population Growth, While Movement to Lakes and Mountains Slows Post-Pandemic

By: Jess Williams, Senior Policy Analyst

Outlets: NHFPI

Published: June 18, 2026

Words: 1,616

Last Updated: 1 day, 3 hours ago

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U.S. Census Bureau population estimates released earlier this year indicate that, while New Hampshire’s population grew by about 36,590 people (2.7%) between 2020 and 2025, growth was not evenly distributed across municipalities. Several of the state’s smaller communities and larger economic hubs led municipal growth in the most recent data. The Lakes Region and White Mountains also experienced population increases, likely driven by retirees and remote workers moving to the region, although growth has …

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