Lease, Buy, Develop Property in the County

Why do businesses and workers choose Strafford County?

As one of the fastest growing and youngest (by median age) counties in New Hampshire, Strafford County is an incredible place to live and do business. Here's why:
  • Stable local tax rates, no personal state income taxes, no sales taxes
  • ​Availability of quality housing in both rural and urban neighborhoods
  • ​Strong public educational systems throughout the county
  • Tax law that supports local business - Strafford is home to over 10,000 businesses!
  • Educated and youthful workforce; median age of 36.9 years​​
  • ​Community centered region 
  • Proximity to major markets - Boston, Portland, Quebec, & Montreal
  • ​Accessible public and private transportation including Amtrak and C&J Bus lines
  • ​Incentives for businesses: New market tax credits, Revitalization Zone tax credits, research and development tax credits
  • Affordable acquisition and occupancy costs of commercial spaces for all industries & professions
  • Quality of life superior to that of many US states, driving consumerism & a healthy workforce
  • ​Proximity to affordable training resources
  • ​Many and diverse education offerings at the University of New Hampshire, driving an educated workforce
  • ​Various recreational and cultural opportunities from visits to the Rochester Opera House to a walk at Stonehouse Pond in Barrington
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A look at the Past, Present & Future State Economy
A NH Center for Public Policy Studies Publication which presents an in-depth review of the state economy. Most notably, this piece prominently displays Strafford County as the youngest region today, full of "prime working-age" people.
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​Dover, NH 03820​
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