New Hampshire's Strong Economy and Low Unemployment Come With Worker Shortages, Unaffordable Housing
• New Hampshire has low unemployment (2.3%) and worker shortages, contributing to business challenges in hiring
• The state faces housing affordability issues with rising prices and limited supply
• Tourism recovered well from the pandemic but still faces hiring struggles
• Household incomes are higher and poverty lower than national averages, but cost of living is expensive
• Residents give mixed views on their finances, with economic outlooks differing by political party