Durham, NH vs Newport, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Newport is 26.7% cheaper than Durham. With a cost index of 92 vs 116, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Newport to Durham should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Durham is $1,338/month compared to $1,261/month in Newport — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newport is more affordable at $191,000 median vs $451,000.

Median household income in Durham is $109,934 compared to $75,849 in Newport (+44.9%). While Durham is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Durham spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Newport.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.1°F vs 45.5°F). Durham receives more rainfall at 47.8" per year compared to 40.3" in Newport.