Dover, NH Cost of Living


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Dover cost of living score
102.8
More expensive
2.8% higher
than the US average
2.8% lower
than the New Hampshire average
Dover, New Hampshire gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 102.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 2.8% higher than the U.S. average and 2.8% higher than the average for New Hampshire.

Dover, NH

Housing costs in Dover?
A typical home costs $416,800, which is 23.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.1% less expensive than the average New Hampshire home, at $421,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dover costs $1,540 per month, which is 7.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,520.

Can I afford Dover?
To live comfortably in Dover, New Hampshire, a minimum annual income of $79,920 for a family, and $48,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dover?
The cost of living in Dover, NH is relatively low compared to other areas in the region. The average cost of housing is around $156,000 and most rentals are very affordable, with a median rental price of around $1,200 per month. The area also has a number of grocery stores and restaurants that offer good prices and quality food. Additionally, there are several transportation options such as buses and rail lines that make commuting easy and affordable. All in all, the cost of living in Dover, NH is quite reasonable which makes it an attractive place to live for those on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDoverNew HampshireUnited States
  102.8105.8100.0
  106.3107100
  83.182.9100.0
  130.0122.4100.0
  $416,800$421,300$338,100
  115.6%120.5%100.0%
  84.087.6100.0
  111.3109.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I love Dover New Hampshire.I was born in Dover and grew up there.I moved in 2004 to Tennessee.I have been home sick ever since for Dover.I am now searching for a place  More

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Over 16 years ago

The area is well situated for many day trips (Portland, Me, Boston, Ma, Concord NH and the white mountains) Negatives are weather (winters mainly because fall is  More

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Over 18 years ago

Dover, NH, is a terrific place to live. Quite, great seasonal weather, gorgeous autumns, extremely scenic. Short on culture, but 15 minutes to Portsmouth, little over  More

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