Protecting New Hampshire Seniors from Tech Support Scams
In 2025, 130 New Hampshire seniors reported tech support scam complaints to the FBI, contributing to total elder fraud losses of $25.1 million statewide. Tech support scams are among the most common and devastating forms of fraud targeting older adults. This guide will help you recognize, avoid, and report tech support scams.
Why New Hampshire Seniors Are Especially Vulnerable
New Hampshire has unique characteristics that put its senior population at heightened risk:
- Aging population: New Hampshire has the 5th-oldest median age in the nation, with a rapidly growing population over 65
- Rural northern regions: The North Country and Lakes Region are deeply rural, with many seniors living far from in-person support services
- No sales or income tax: New Hampshire’s tax-friendly policies attract retirees with savings that scammers target
- New England winters: Long, cold winters keep seniors homebound and more exposed to phone and online scams
- Independent streak: New Hampshire’s “Live Free or Die” culture means seniors may resist asking for help or reporting scams
5-Year Trend: Tech Support Scam Losses in New Hampshire (2021–2025)
| Year | Victims (60+) | Losses | YoY Change |
| 2021 | 78 | $487K | — |
| 2022 | 92 | $4.0M | +717% |
| 2023 | 97 | $1.8M | -55% |
| 2024 | 95 | $4.5M | +152% |
| 2025 | 130 | $3.0M | -33% |
| 5-Year Total | 492 | $13.8M | +526% |
Source: FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) Annual Reports, 2021–2025. Victims and losses for New Hampshire residents aged 60 and older.
New Hampshire ranks #42 nationally in tech support scam losses targeting seniors, with $3.0 million lost in 2025 across 130 reported victims. Year over year, losses changed -33%, outperforming the national average of +5%. Over the full five-year period, tech support scam losses in New Hampshire grew +526%.
Complete guide: For detailed warning signs, protection strategies, and what to do if you’ve been targeted, read our comprehensive Tech Support Scam Prevention Guide. You can also take our free Online Training courses to test your knowledge.
Report Tech Support Scams in New Hampshire
- Office of the New Hampshire Attorney General: (603) 271-3658 | doj.nh.gov
- FTC: reportfraud.ftc.gov
- FBI IC3: ic3.gov
- Microsoft: microsoft.com/reportascam
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