Protecting New Hampshire Seniors from Investment Scams
Investment fraud is the costliest scam type targeting American seniors, and New Hampshire is no exception. In 2025, 60 New Hampshire seniors aged 60 and older reported investment scam complaints to the FBI. With total elder fraud losses in the state reaching $25.1 million, protecting retirement savings has never been more critical.
Why New Hampshire Seniors Are Especially Vulnerable
Several factors unique to New Hampshire put seniors at heightened risk for investment fraud:
- 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: Investment Scam Losses in New Hampshire (2021–2025)
| Year | Victims (60+) | Losses | YoY Change |
| 2021 | 5 | $30K | — |
| 2022 | 15 | $7.3M | +24214% |
| 2023 | 18 | $2.1M | -72% |
| 2024 | 46 | $5.9M | +185% |
| 2025 | 60 | $11.7M | +99% |
| 5-Year Total | 144 | $26.9M | +39121% |
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 #40 nationally in investment scam losses targeting seniors, with $11.7 million lost in 2025 across 60 reported victims. Year over year, losses surged +99% — significantly faster than the national average of +83%. Over the full five-year period, investment scam losses in New Hampshire grew +39121%.
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Report Investment Fraud in New Hampshire
- Office of the New Hampshire Attorney General: (603) 271-3658 | doj.nh.gov
- SEC: sec.gov/tcr
- FINRA: (844) 574-3577 | brokercheck.finra.org
- FBI IC3: ic3.gov
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