Exeter, NH vs Hampton, NH

Exeter is moderately more affordable than Hampton, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Exeter scores 115 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 Exeter is $1,569/month compared to $1,644/month in Hampton — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Exeter is more affordable at $349,300 median vs $488,400.

Median household income in Exeter is $83,862 compared to $96,322 in Hampton (-12.9%). While Hampton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Exeter spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 20.5% in Hampton.

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