Bristol, NH vs Plymouth, NH

Bristol is moderately more affordable than Plymouth, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Bristol scores 92 compared to 100 for Plymouth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plymouth 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 $1,312/month in Plymouth — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bristol is more affordable at $192,900 median vs $274,200.

Median household income in Bristol is $60,972 compared to $77,368 in Plymouth (-21.2%). While Plymouth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bristol spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 20.3% in Plymouth.

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