February Revenues Show Strong Final Push from Tax Amnesty Program and Adds to Surplus
March 9, 2026
According to a new NHFPI analysis, February revenues surged past expectations after New Hampshire’s Tax Amnesty Program generated far more than forecast, pushing the State’s fiscal year totals into surplus. But the one-time windfall also obscures mixed results from key ongoing revenue sources. With major business tax payments due in March and April, the State’s fiscal outlook remains uncertain.
New Hampshire Continued to Rely on Migration from Massachusetts for Population Growth in 2025
February 23, 2026
A new analysis from NHFPI’s Jessica Williams finds that deaths in New Hampshire continue to outpace births, making in-migration — particularly from Massachusetts — the state’s primary source of population growth. While the Granite State continues to add residents, slower growth, an aging population, and shifting migration patterns are shaping New Hampshire’s economic and workforce landscape.
Most Communities with Household Incomes Higher than State Median are in Southeast
February 20, 2026
New data from the U.S. Census Bureau show New Hampshire’s median household income rose 8% (inflation-adjusted) from $91,674 (2015-2019) to $99,031 (2020-2024). But where you live still makes a big difference. Most higher-income communities are clustered in the state’s southeastern counties, while nearly 1 in 4 Granite Staters still earn less than $50,000.
New Census Data Reveal Gaps in Income, Poverty, and Housing Affordability in New Hampshire
February 2, 2026
New five-year Census data offer a clearer picture of economic conditions across New Hampshire, revealing wide gaps in income, poverty, and housing affordability by region and demographic group. Jessica Williams distills the data into five key takeaways that highlight how economic experiences differ across the state.