Farmington, NH vs Whitefield, NH

Whitefield is moderately more affordable than Farmington, with a 8.5% lower cost of living index. Farmington scores 85 compared to 79 for Whitefield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Farmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Farmington is $957/month compared to $900/month in Whitefield — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Whitefield is more affordable at $165,000 median vs $215,100.

Median household income in Farmington is $51,094 compared to $62,273 in Whitefield (-18%). Whitefield 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 17.3% in Whitefield.

Climate-wise, Farmington is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 42.6°F in Whitefield. Farmington receives more rainfall at 41.2" per year compared to 37" in Whitefield.