Cost of Living in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has 5 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Rochester at $1,220/mo and highest in Nashua at $1,652/mo.
New Hampshire at a Glance
Cities Tracked
5
with census data
Avg Cost Index
96.8
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,447
per month
Avg Household Income
$85,142
annual median
Most & Least Affordable Cities
Most Affordable
| City | Cost Index | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Concord | 96.8 | $1,360 |
Most Expensive
| City | Cost Index | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Concord | 96.8 | $1,360 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100)
Taxes in New Hampshire
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
None
No statewide sales tax
Popular Cities in New Hampshire
New Hampshire Cities — Full Table
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| Manchester | 115,415 | — | $1,465 | $336,300 | $77,415 |
| Nashua | 91,131 | — | $1,652 | $373,100 | $92,457 |
| Concord | 44,219 | 96.8 | $1,360 | $323,700 | $83,701 |
| Dover | 33,070 | — | $1,540 | $398,500 | $92,748 |
| Rochester | 32,866 | — | $1,220 | $262,600 | $79,388 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
Compare New Hampshire cities head-to-head
Use our comparison tool to put any two cities side by side. Or explore national rankings to see how New Hampshire cities stack up across the US. For example, Manchester vs Nashua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in New Hampshire
What is the cost of living in New Hampshire?
The average cost of living index across cities in New Hampshire is approximately 96.8 (US average = 100), which is slightly below the US average. Median gross rent averages around $1,447/month and median household income averages around $85,142/year.
What are the cheapest cities to live in New Hampshire?
The most affordable cities in New Hampshire by cost of living index are: 1. Concord (index 96.8).
What is the median rent in New Hampshire?
The average median gross rent across cities in New Hampshire is approximately $1,447/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages, making it one of the tax-friendly states for workers. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
What is the sales tax in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has no statewide sales tax. However, some local jurisdictions may impose additional sales taxes. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
Is it expensive to move to New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has a cost of living index of approximately 96.8 and average median rent around $1,447/month. It is generally more affordable than the US average, which can offset moving costs over time. Use our moving guides for salary equivalence calculations.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology