Affordability Eroded: Changes to the Cost of Living in New Hampshire

By: Nicole Heller, Jessica Williams, Phil Sletten

Outlets: NHFPI

Published: October 21, 2025

Words: 9,651

Last Updated: 3 months ago

KEY POINTS

Median household income in New Hampshire did not cover basic costs for a four-person family in 2024, falling nearly $2,000 short
Compared to a 2015 four-person family, a 2024 family had over $17,000 less in surplus income annually
Many essential expenses have grown over time while non-essential items, like televisions and toys, have gone down in price after adjusting for inflation
Mortgage costs have doubled since 2015 for a median-priced single …

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