Rochester, NH Cost of Living


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Rochester cost of living score
102.8
More expensive
2.8% higher
than the US average
2.8% lower
than the New Hampshire average
Rochester, 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.

Rochester, NH

Housing costs in Rochester?
A typical home costs $326,300, which is 3.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.5% less expensive than the average New Hampshire home, at $421,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Rochester costs $1,400 per month, which is 2.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,520.

Can I afford Rochester?
To live comfortably in Rochester, New Hampshire, a minimum annual income of $62,640 for a family, and $44,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Rochester?
Rochester, NH is an affordable place to live. The cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it a great option for those looking to stretch their budget. The median home price in Rochester is $145,000 and the median rent is $1,070, both of which are significantly lower than the national averages. In addition to being affordable to live in, Rochester also boasts a high quality of life with convenient access to restaurants, shopping centers, and entertainment options. With all these benefits combined, Rochester is a great choice for those wanting a more cost-effective way of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRochesterNew HampshireUnited States
  102.8105.8100.0
  103.7107100
  83.182.9100.0
  93.2122.4100.0
  $326,300$421,300$338,100
  117.2%120.5%100.0%
  87.287.6100.0
  111.1109.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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After living here for almost twelve years, I become happier each year with my choice. Rochester has lots of space left for development. It provides good community  More

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Awful horrid place, people have such a terrible attitude and can't (or at least won't) keep to their own business, ALWAYS starting and causing DRAMA, BS, HEADGAMES, and  More

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Rochester is a beautiful New England small town within commuting and shopping distance to Portsmouth and Boston. Close to both the White Mountains and the Seacoast  More

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