Hooksett, NH vs Peterborough, NH

Peterborough is moderately more affordable than Hooksett, with a 14.1% lower cost of living index. Hooksett scores 118 compared to 103 for Peterborough, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hooksett can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hooksett is $1,829/month compared to $1,310/month in Peterborough — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Peterborough has cheaper rent, Hooksett actually has lower median home values ($298,900 vs $323,700).

Median household income in Hooksett is $91,005 compared to $81,836 in Peterborough (+11.2%). The higher salaries in Hooksett partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hooksett spend roughly 24.1% of their income on rent, more than the 19.2% in Peterborough.

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