Farmington, NH vs Hillsborough, NH

Farmington, NH and Hillsborough, NH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Farmington scores 85 while Hillsborough scores 82 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Farmington is $957/month compared to $963/month in Hillsborough — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Farmington has cheaper rent, Hillsborough actually has lower median home values ($197,500 vs $215,100).

Median household income in Farmington is $51,094 compared to $64,417 in Hillsborough (-20.7%). Hillsborough offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Farmington spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.9% in Hillsborough.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.7°F vs 47.2°F). Hillsborough receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 41.2" in Farmington.