Hampton, NH vs Hudson, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Hudson is 15.4% cheaper than Hampton. With a cost index of 111 vs 129, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Hudson to Hampton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hampton is $1,644/month compared to $1,561/month in Hudson — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hudson is more affordable at $330,700 median vs $488,400.

Median household income in Hampton is $96,322 compared to $88,193 in Hudson (+9.2%). The higher salaries in Hampton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hampton spend roughly 20.5% of their income on rent, less than the 21.2% in Hudson.

Climate-wise, Hudson is notably warmer with an average of 50.1°F compared to 46.9°F in Hampton. Hampton receives more rainfall at 47" per year compared to 40.4" in Hudson.