NH · Rank 43 of 50 affordable

Can teachers afford to live in New Hampshire?

Tight, but workable.

The average New Hampshire teacher earns $64,046 per year. A typical 2-bedroom rents for about $1,955/mo, which is 37% of gross monthly pay. The 30% rule is the standard healthy benchmark.

Avg Teacher Salary
$64,046
Cost-of-Living Index
115
US avg = 100
Affordability Score
28/100

Renting in New Hampshire

2BR Rent / mo
$1,955
Annual Rent
$23,460
% of Salary
37%
Left after rent
$3,382/mo

Green zone is under the 30% healthy housing benchmark.

Buying a Home in New Hampshire

Median Home Price
$483,000
10% Down
$48,300
P&I (7%, 30yr)
$2,892/mo
Full PITI
$3,476/mo

Estimated mortgage payment as a share of average teacher monthly gross pay, including taxes & insurance.

Estimates assume a 10% down payment, 7% 30-year fixed rate, 1.1% property tax, and 0.35% home insurance. Actual rates and prices vary by district and metro area.

How New Hampshire Compares