Greenville, NH vs Meredith, NH

Greenville is moderately more affordable than Meredith, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Greenville scores 96 compared to 110 for Meredith, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Meredith can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Greenville is $1,199/month compared to $1,255/month in Meredith — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenville is more affordable at $271,300 median vs $415,800.

Median household income in Greenville is $58,095 compared to $52,083 in Meredith (+11.5%). Greenville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenville spend roughly 24.8% of their income on rent, less than the 28.9% in Meredith.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.4°F vs 47.2°F). Greenville receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 42" in Meredith.