Bethlehem, NH vs Goffstown, NH

Bethlehem is moderately more affordable than Goffstown, with a 14.7% lower cost of living index. Bethlehem scores 90 compared to 106 for Goffstown, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Goffstown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bethlehem is $1,066/month compared to $1,222/month in Goffstown — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bethlehem is more affordable at $243,000 median vs $385,000.

Median household income in Bethlehem is $65,556 compared to $133,657 in Goffstown (-51%). While Goffstown is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bethlehem spend roughly 19.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11% in Goffstown.

Climate-wise, Goffstown is notably warmer with an average of 50.1°F compared to 42.6°F in Bethlehem. Goffstown receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 37" in Bethlehem.