Bradford, NH vs Troy, NH

Troy is moderately more affordable than Bradford, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Bradford scores 104 compared to 91 for Troy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bradford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bradford is $1,352/month compared to $1,200/month in Troy — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Troy is more affordable at $201,000 median vs $309,300.

Median household income in Bradford is $80,288 compared to $90,938 in Troy (-11.7%). Troy offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bradford spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15.8% in Troy.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.2°F vs 46.4°F). Troy receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 42" in Bradford.