Living and Working in Southern New Hampshire

Living and Working in Southern New Hampshire

With mountains to the north, ocean to the east, and Boston to the south, our region offers opportunities for every lifestyle.  

Southern New Hampshire: A Hub of Economic Strength, Recreation, and Community

Southern New Hampshire is an economically strong region with a low cost of living, including no state sales or income tax, outstanding schools, and safe and vibrant communities in which to raise a family. We are located less than one hour from Boston, the Seacoast of New Hampshire, and the White Mountains. The area is not only known for the premier medical and clinical excellence available but also for vast recreational opportunities for every lifestyle. 

A Great Place to Work. A Great Place to Play.

  • Consistently ranked one of the best places to live in America, southern New Hampshire is an economically strong region with a low cost of living, including no state sales or income tax, outstanding schools, and safe and vibrant communities to raise a family. To back this all up, check out our Rankings from US News Report – New Hampshire is #5 overall for best state, #1 in Opportunity, #2 in Safety and #4 in Education and quality of life! 
  • Located just over the MA border, Nashua is less than one hour from Boston, the seacoast and White Mountains. The area is not only known for the premier medical and clinical excellence available, but vast recreational opportunities for every lifestyle. 
  • Extensive cultural, recreational and social offerings are available locally, including the vibrancy of Boston’s culture, fashion, music, arts and entertainment scenes. 
  • An abundance of spectacular outdoor recreation. 
  • Home to some of the finest colleges and universities in the world. 

What’s Happening in the Area

New Hampshire has lots to offer. With a major concert venue, The Verizon Wireless Arena in Manchester, and many smaller venues scattered throughout the state, music is vibrant and varied. Portsmouth NH offers an international film festival every fall; the Currier Museum in Manchester has special programs the first Thursday of every month. 

There are major music venues in Manchester, Portsmouth and Hampton Beach and a large outdoor pavilion in Gilford. But, there is also plenty of live music in local bars, night clubs and small venues scattered in many cities and towns. Many venues and bands have their own websites and/or social media services that will keep you informed about what’s happening. We try to get you one step closer through this section. Be sure to check colleges, the websites for the towns or regions near you as well as the customized version of the NH event calendar- NH365.

Of course, it is natural to think about the White Mountains and all things outdoors when thoughts turn to playing in New Hampshire. And yes, NH is a natural playground featuring mountains, rivers, ocean beaches, scenic highways and much more. That’s why we have millions visit NH each year from across the country and world! But New Hampshire also has a vibrant cultural community. You’ll find big name concerts, small intimate local summer theater, fabulous restaurants, tax-free shopping, and much more. You’ll also be close to the large city of Boston, Massachusetts, where you’ll also find lots to experience such as hot ticket shows, an immersive culture, delicious dining and more.