New Hampshire Economic Outlook 2026
GDP growth, unemployment, tariff impacts, and economic forecast for New Hampshire heading into the 2026 elections.
2.8%
GDP Growth Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Surplus
State Budget Outlook
Stable
Job Growth Forecast
2026 Economic Overview
New Hampshire’s no-income-tax model attracts business but the housing crisis is undermining its competitiveness. The economic debate in 2026 centers on housing and workforce development.
Key Economic Indicators
| Indicator | Value / Status |
|---|---|
| GDP Growth Rate | 2.8% |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% |
| Top Economic Sector | Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, Tourism |
| State Budget Outlook | Surplus |
| Job Growth Forecast | Stable |
| Tariff Impact | Moderate — manufacturing exposed; no income tax benefits business |
| Key Economic Risk | Labor shortage limiting growth; housing crisis constraining workforce attraction |