Keene, NH vs Somersworth, NH

Keene is moderately more affordable than Somersworth, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Keene scores 96 compared to 106 for Somersworth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Somersworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Keene is $1,275/month compared to $1,410/month in Somersworth — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Keene is more affordable at $232,500 median vs $295,800.

Median household income in Keene is $78,183 compared to $79,677 in Somersworth (-1.9%). Somersworth does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Keene spend roughly 19.6% of their income on rent, less than the 21.2% in Somersworth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.4°F vs 47.7°F). Keene receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 41.2" in Somersworth.