Largest Cities in New Hampshire

Top 26 cities ranked by largest cities

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Largest Cities — New Hampshire

1 Manchester 115,415

2 Nashua 91,131

3 Concord 44,219

4 Dover 33,070

5 Rochester 32,866

6 Keene 22,923

7 Portsmouth 22,332

8 Derry 21,668

9 Laconia 16,982

10 Lebanon 14,759

11 Claremont 13,054

12 Londonderry 12,307

13 Somersworth 12,060

14 Durham 10,577

15 Exeter 10,138

16 Hampton 9,960

17 Berlin 9,473

18 Milford 8,857

19 Franklin 8,757

20 Hanover 8,520

21 Hudson 7,105

22 South Hooksett 5,806

23 Newmarket 5,730

24 Hooksett 5,362

25 Newport 5,185

26 Suncook 5,075

The largest cities in New Hampshire represent major centers of economic activity, cultural influence, and population growth. Manchester leads with a population of 115,415, followed by Nashua and Concord. These cities serve as hubs for employment, education, and innovation, attracting residents from across the country and around the world.

Population size is a key indicator of a city's economic influence and infrastructure capacity. Larger cities typically offer more diverse job markets, extensive public transit systems, and a wider range of cultural amenities. NH dominates the top 10 with 10 cities on the list, reflecting the state's strong economic pull and quality of life.

While large populations bring economic advantages, they also present challenges including higher costs of living, traffic congestion, and housing affordability concerns. Many of these cities have experienced significant growth over the past decade, driven by job opportunities in technology, healthcare, and professional services.

Did You Know?

1. Manchester's population is larger than that of many small nations.
2. NH has 10 cities in the top 10, more than any other state.
3. The top 5 cities combined have a population of 316,701.

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