New Hampshire Outdoor Recreation Economy — Data & Statistics

New Hampshire’s outdoor recreation economy generated $4.22B in value added in 2024, representing 3.5% of the state’s GDP. The sector supported 33.3K jobs with $1.81B in total compensation. New Hampshire ranked #38 among all 50 states by outdoor recreation value added.

Key Statistics (2024)

Value Added

$4.22B

Percent of GDP

3.5%

Employment

33.3K

Compensation

$1.81B

Compare With Similar States

• Arkansas — $4.96B value added
• Idaho — $4.51B value added
• Mississippi — $4.24B value added
• Maine — $3.93B value added
• Montana — $3.83B value added
• Alaska — $3.78B value added