Contoocook, NH vs Hampton Beach, NH

Contoocook is moderately more affordable than Hampton Beach, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Contoocook scores 103 compared to 119 for Hampton Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hampton Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Contoocook is $1,075/month compared to $1,454/month in Hampton Beach — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Contoocook is more affordable at $399,400 median vs $443,200.

Median household income in Contoocook is $131,518 compared to $75,363 in Hampton Beach (+74.5%). Contoocook offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Contoocook spend roughly 9.8% of their income on rent, less than the 23.2% in Hampton Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.2°F vs 46.9°F). Hampton Beach receives more rainfall at 47" per year compared to 42" in Contoocook.