In 2025, businesses with fewer than 20 workers contributed significantly to job growth. They created 3,663 positions, making up 79% of the total net job growth in the private sector during the year.
By 2026, New Hampshire’s job market started showing early signs of improvement after experiencing a slowdown in 2025. Preliminary figures suggest a 1.1% increase in nonfarm employment from January to July 2026. However, this rise fell short of compensating for the job losses that occurred in 2025.