Hampton Beach, NH vs Newport, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Newport is 29.8% cheaper than Hampton Beach. With a cost index of 92 vs 119, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Newport to Hampton Beach should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hampton Beach is $1,454/month compared to $1,261/month in Newport — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newport is more affordable at $191,000 median vs $443,200.

Median household income in Hampton Beach is $75,363 compared to $75,849 in Newport (-0.6%). Newport offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hampton Beach spend roughly 23.2% of their income on rent, more than the 20% in Newport.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.9°F vs 45.5°F). Hampton Beach receives more rainfall at 47" per year compared to 40.3" in Newport.