Republicans propose a plan to assist low-income renters, but tenant advocates are wary

By: Ethan DeWitt

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: May 7, 2026

Words: 1,195

Last Updated: 2 months, 3 weeks ago

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For New Hampshire renters, finding an available apartment can be half the battle. Paying the upfront costs is the next hurdle.

Between the ask for first month’s rent and a security deposit — which may equal up to another month’s rent — new tenants can be on the hook for around $4,000 up front at today’s median rental rates. For many, that is prohibitive: About 23% of New Hampshire households have less than $2,000 in …

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