Bristol, NH vs Lisbon, NH

Lisbon is moderately more affordable than Bristol, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Bristol scores 92 compared to 87 for Lisbon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bristol can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bristol is $1,270/month compared to $1,156/month in Lisbon — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lisbon is more affordable at $167,500 median vs $192,900.

Median household income in Bristol is $60,972 compared to $63,750 in Lisbon (-4.4%). Lisbon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 21.8% in Lisbon.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46°F vs 43.9°F). Lisbon receives more rainfall at 39.3" per year compared to 38.1" in Bristol.