Enfield, NH vs Lincoln, NH

Lincoln is moderately more affordable than Enfield, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Enfield scores 105 compared to 92 for Lincoln, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Enfield can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Enfield is $1,486/month compared to $1,025/month in Lincoln — a 45% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lincoln has cheaper rent, Enfield actually has lower median home values ($274,500 vs $283,500).

Median household income in Enfield is $78,583 compared to $56,406 in Lincoln (+39.3%). While Enfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Enfield spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 21.8% in Lincoln.

Climate-wise, Enfield is notably warmer with an average of 46°F compared to 42.6°F in Lincoln. Enfield receives more rainfall at 38.1" per year compared to 37" in Lincoln.