Durham, NH vs Hampton, NH

Durham is moderately more affordable than Hampton, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Durham scores 116 compared to 129 for Hampton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hampton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Durham is $1,338/month compared to $1,644/month in Hampton — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Durham is more affordable at $451,000 median vs $488,400.

Median household income in Durham is $109,934 compared to $96,322 in Hampton (+14.1%). Durham offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Durham spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, less than the 20.5% in Hampton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.1°F vs 46.9°F). Durham receives more rainfall at 47.8" per year compared to 47" in Hampton.