How Many Cars Are in New Hampshire in 2025
Registration Statistics in New Hampshire
Recent data collected from official state sources indicates that registration numbers have steadily increased over the past few years, reflecting the growing demand for personal and commercial vehicles. The figures below focus on the most current available statistics.
Vehicle Registrations by Year in New Hampshire
The table provides a concise look at registration totals reported over a three-year period:
| Year | Total Registrations |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,250,000 |
| 2022 | 1,270,000 |
| 2023 | 1,310,000 |
Breakdown by Vehicle Type in New Hampshire (2024)
Below is a projected breakdown of registered vehicles in various categories for 2024:
| Vehicle Type | Estimated Count | Share of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Passenger Cars | 750,000 | 57.2% |
| Motorcycles | 80,000 | 6.1% |
| Trucks & SUVs | 390,000 | 29.7% |
| Commercial Fleet | 50,000 | 3.8% |
| Other | 40,000 | 3.2% |
Registration Statistics by Major Census Areas in New Hampshire (2024)
In 2024, certain census areas are projected to show varying registration densities:
| Census Area | Registered Vehicles |
|---|---|
| Hillsborough | 390,000 |
| Rockingham | 320,000 |
| Merrimack | 210,000 |
| Strafford | 140,000 |
| Rest of the State | 250,000 |
Vehicle Registration Counts by Fuel Type in New Hampshire
An increasing number of alternative fuel vehicles are registered each year, reflecting ongoing shifts in consumer preferences:
| Fuel Type | Number of Vehicles |
|---|---|
| Gasoline | 1,050,000 |
| Diesel | 190,000 |
| Hybrid | 50,000 |
| Electric | 20,000 |
Useful Links
• New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Motor Vehicles:
https://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/dmv/
• U.S. Census Bureau:
https://www.census.gov
• New Hampshire Department of Transportation:
https://www.nh.gov/dot/