Impact on New Hampshire's Economy
Our state's economy depends on an efficient and effective transportation system. Moving tourists and visitors, commuters, raw materials and components for manufacturing, and finished products to wholesale and retail centers requires safe and efficient transportation.
- Every year, $31 billion in goods are shipped from sites in New Hampshire and another $32 billion in goods are shipped to sites in New Hampshire, mostly by truck.
- 63% of the goods shipped annually from sites in NH are carried by trucks and another 27% are carried by courier services, which use trucks for part of the deliveries. Similarly, 76% of the goods shipped to sites in NH are carried by trucks and another 17% are carried by courier services, which use trucks for part of their deliveries.
Businesses in New Hampshire, both existing and potential, are affected by the condition of the state's roads. Businesses view the state's roads as a key component in business efficiency and success, affecting ease of access to customers, markets, materials and workers. Regions with congested or poorly maintained roads may see businesses relocate to areas with a smoother, more efficient transportation system.
The Key Role of Construction in New Hampshire's Economy
(Source: Ken Simonson, Chief Economist, AGC of America)
