Hampton Beach, NH vs Plymouth, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Plymouth is 19% cheaper than Hampton Beach. With a cost index of 100 vs 119, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Plymouth 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 $1,312/month in Plymouth — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Plymouth is more affordable at $274,200 median vs $443,200.

Median household income in Hampton Beach is $75,363 compared to $77,368 in Plymouth (-2.6%). Plymouth 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 20.3% in Plymouth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.9°F vs 46°F). Hampton Beach receives more rainfall at 47" per year compared to 38.1" in Plymouth.