Conway, NH vs Hillsborough, NH

Hillsborough is moderately more affordable than Conway, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Conway scores 88 compared to 82 for Hillsborough, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Conway can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Conway is $976/month compared to $963/month in Hillsborough — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hillsborough is more affordable at $197,500 median vs $255,300.

Median household income in Conway is $58,796 compared to $64,417 in Hillsborough (-8.7%). Hillsborough offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Conway spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.9% in Hillsborough.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (44.7°F vs 47.2°F). Conway receives more rainfall at 46.9" per year compared to 42" in Hillsborough.