Enfield, NH vs Newport, NH

Newport is moderately more affordable than Enfield, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Enfield scores 105 compared to 92 for Newport, 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 $1,261/month in Newport — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newport is more affordable at $191,000 median vs $274,500.

Median household income in Enfield is $78,583 compared to $75,849 in Newport (+3.6%). Enfield does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Enfield spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 20% in Newport.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46°F vs 45.5°F). Newport receives more rainfall at 40.3" per year compared to 38.1" in Enfield.