Protecting New Hampshire Seniors from Government Impersonation Scams
Government impersonation scams are surging nationwide, and New Hampshire seniors are not immune. In 2025, 53 older adults in New Hampshire reported government impersonation fraud to the FBI. Scammers pose as officials from the IRS, Social Security Administration, Medicare, or law enforcement to frighten seniors into sending money or revealing personal information.
Why New Hampshire Seniors Are Targeted
New Hampshire’s population and culture create specific vulnerabilities that government impersonation scammers exploit:
- 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: Government Impersonation Scam Losses in New Hampshire (2021–2025)
| Year | Victims (60+) | Losses | YoY Change |
| 2021 | 13 | $135K | — |
| 2022 | 18 | $338K | +150% |
| 2023 | 16 | $480K | +42% |
| 2024 | 45 | $1.5M | +219% |
| 2025 | 53 | $964K | -37% |
| 5-Year Total | 145 | $3.5M | +612% |
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 government impersonation scam losses targeting seniors, with $963,851 lost in 2025 across 53 reported victims. Year over year, losses changed -37%, outperforming the national average of +95%. Over the full five-year period, government impersonation scam losses in New Hampshire grew +612%.
Complete guide: For detailed warning signs, protection strategies, and what to do if you’ve been targeted, read our comprehensive Government Impersonation Scam Prevention Guide. You can also take our free Online Training courses to test your knowledge.
Report Government Impersonation Scams in New Hampshire
- Office of the New Hampshire Attorney General: (603) 271-3658 | doj.nh.gov
- Social Security OIG: oig.ssa.gov
- IRS: irs.gov/report-phishing
- FTC: reportfraud.ftc.gov
- FBI IC3: ic3.gov
- New Hampshire Adult Protective Services: (800) 949-0470
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