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Young Professionals & Urban Living

Towns with job opportunities, urban amenities, and the energy that appeals to younger residents.

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What It's Like

New Hampshire's larger cities and some smaller communities offer the job opportunities, social scene, and urban amenities that young professionals seek. Manchester and Nashua provide the state's largest job markets, while Portsmouth and Dover offer vibrant social scenes. These towns have growing populations of 25-40 year olds.

βœ“ Why These Towns Fit

These towns have higher concentrations of young professionals, diverse job markets, and amenities like breweries, fitness centers, and social venues. They offer networking opportunities, career growth, and the energy of growing communities.

πŸ’‘ Things to Consider

Urban areas may have higher crime rates in certain neighborhoods. Traffic and parking can be challenges. The cost of living in desirable areas is rising. Some towns have limited public transit, making car ownership necessary.

Recommended Towns

12 towns in New Hampshire that are great for young professionals & urban living.

Lebanon

Grafton County β€’ Pop. 14,282

Median Age
38.5 years
Median Income
$90,911
Unemployment
0.65%
healthcare workersprofessionals
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Hanover

Grafton County β€’ Pop. 11,870

Median Age
26.9 years
Median Income
$154,023
Unemployment
4.11%
academicshealthcare workers
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Rochester

Strafford County β€’ Pop. 32,492

Median Age
43.3 years
Median Income
$74,882
Unemployment
3.75%
first time buyersvalue seekers
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Nashua

Hillsborough County β€’ Pop. 91,322

Median Age
40.1 years
Median Income
$88,766
Unemployment
5.08%
familiesboston commuters
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Durham

Strafford County β€’ Pop. 15,490

Median Age
20.7 years
Median Income
$98,190
Unemployment
3.29%
studentsacademics
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Manchester

Hillsborough County β€’ Pop. 115,644

Median Age
37 years
Median Income
$74,040
Unemployment
4.15%
young professionalsjob seekers
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Portsmouth

Rockingham County β€’ Pop. 21,956

Median Age
42.1 years
Median Income
$100,169
Unemployment
2.49%
foodiesyoung professionals
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Bedford

Hillsborough County β€’ Pop. 23,322

Median Age
44 years
Median Income
$151,850
Unemployment
1.86%
affluent familiesexecutives
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Amherst

Hillsborough County β€’ Pop. 11,753

Median Age
45.9 years
Median Income
$151,375
Unemployment
2.6%
affluent familieseducation focused
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Somersworth

Strafford County β€’ Pop. 11,855

Median Age
38.1 years
Median Income
$75,841
Unemployment
2.75%
first time buyersvalue seekers
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Stratham

Rockingham County β€’ Pop. 7,669

Median Age
41.5 years
Median Income
$126,830
Unemployment
3.56%
affluent familieseducation focused
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Merrimack

Hillsborough County β€’ Pop. 26,632

Median Age
41.8 years
Median Income
$121,489
Unemployment
3.26%
familiesprofessionals
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