Dover, NH vs Somersworth, NH

Somersworth is moderately more affordable than Dover, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Dover scores 118 compared to 106 for Somersworth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dover can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dover is $1,540/month compared to $1,410/month in Somersworth — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Somersworth is more affordable at $295,800 median vs $398,500.

Median household income in Dover is $92,748 compared to $79,677 in Somersworth (+16.4%). While Dover is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dover spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, less than the 21.2% in Somersworth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.1°F vs 47.7°F). Dover receives more rainfall at 47.8" per year compared to 41.2" in Somersworth.