Bethlehem, NH vs Jaffrey, NH

Jaffrey is moderately more affordable than Bethlehem, with a 6.5% lower cost of living index. Bethlehem scores 90 compared to 85 for Jaffrey, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bethlehem 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 $950/month in Jaffrey — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Jaffrey is more affordable at $219,200 median vs $243,000.

Median household income in Bethlehem is $65,556 compared to $95,600 in Jaffrey (-31.4%). Jaffrey offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bethlehem spend roughly 19.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Jaffrey.

Climate-wise, Jaffrey is notably warmer with an average of 46.4°F compared to 42.6°F in Bethlehem. Jaffrey receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 37" in Bethlehem.