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 $1,369/mo and highest in Nashua at $1,737/mo.
New Hampshire at a Glance
Cities Tracked
5
with census data
Avg Cost Index
N/A
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,544
per month
Avg Household Income
$87,580
annual median
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New Hampshire Cities — Full Table
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| Manchester | 115,643 | — | $1,564 | $365,600 | $81,007 |
| Nashua | 91,294 | — | $1,737 | $403,900 | $96,326 |
| Concord | 44,375 | — | $1,441 | $350,900 | $84,902 |
| Dover | 33,364 | — | $1,607 | $436,700 | $94,829 |
| Rochester | 33,144 | — | $1,369 | $279,100 | $80,836 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in New Hampshire
What is the cost of living in New Hampshire?
Cost of living varies significantly across cities in New Hampshire. Use the table below to compare individual cities.
What are the cheapest cities to live in New Hampshire?
City-level cost index data for New Hampshire is being compiled. Check back soon.
What is the median rent in New Hampshire?
The average median gross rent across cities in New Hampshire is approximately $1,544/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?
State income tax information for New Hampshire is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in New Hampshire?
Sales tax information for New Hampshire is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to New Hampshire?
Check individual city profiles in New Hampshire to estimate your cost of living. Our moving guides offer salary adjustment calculators for popular corridors.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology