Nashua, New Hampshire Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Nashua, New Hampshire is 91,131 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 2nd-largest city in New Hampshire. The median household income is $92,457, the median home value is $373,100, and the median age is 39.7.
The population has grown 6.1% since 2010 (86,567 → 91,851).
91,131
Population
2956
People / sq mi
$92,457
Median Income
$373,100
Median Home Value
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Nashua covers 30.8 sq mi of land at 2956 people per square mile.
About Nashua, NH
Nashua is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 48.5% of the population. Nashua is a city in New Hampshire with a population of 91,131. It is the #2-largest of all cities in New Hampshire nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $92,457 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.6%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $373,100, with typical rent around $1,652.
Roughly 40.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 15.0% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Nashua, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Nashua city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Nashua city had a population of 86,567 in 2010 and 91,851 in 2024, a 6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 91,851 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.43%.
91,851
Population (2024)
86,567
Population (2010)
91,851
Peak (2024)
0.43%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 86,567 |
| 2011 | 86,809 |
| 2012 | 86,927 |
| 2013 | 87,324 |
| 2014 | 87,651 |
| 2015 | 88,271 |
| 2016 | 88,648 |
| 2017 | 88,990 |
| 2018 | 88,871 |
| 2019 | 89,355 |
| 2020 | 91,197 |
| 2021 | 91,300 |
| 2022 | 91,079 |
| 2023 | 91,128 |
| 2024 | 91,851 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$92,457
Median Household Income
$50,026
Per Capita Income
4.6%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$373,100
Median Home Value
$1,652
Median Rent
56.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.6%
High School+
40.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
72.0%
Public Transit
15.0%
Work From Home
25.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
48.5%
Foreign Born
77.8%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
12.4%
With Disability
92.2%
Health Insurance
95.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.3% |
| Manufacturing | 15.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.3% |
| Construction | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nashua, New Hampshire has a population of 91,131 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 2nd-largest city in New Hampshire.
The median household income in Nashua, New Hampshire is $92,457, with 4.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Nashua, New Hampshire is $373,100, with median monthly rent at $1,652 and a homeownership rate of 56.4%.
The median age in Nashua, New Hampshire is 39.7 years. The population is 51.9% male and 48.1% female.
The population has grown 6.1% since 2010 (86,567 → 91,851).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.