Lancaster, NH vs Newport, NH

Lancaster is moderately more affordable than Newport, with a 13.6% lower cost of living index. Lancaster scores 79 compared to 92 for Newport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newport can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lancaster is $872/month compared to $1,261/month in Newport — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lancaster is more affordable at $182,900 median vs $191,000.

Median household income in Lancaster is $92,525 compared to $75,849 in Newport (+22%). Lancaster offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lancaster spend roughly 11.3% of their income on rent, less than the 20% in Newport.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.6°F vs 45.5°F). Newport receives more rainfall at 40.3" per year compared to 37" in Lancaster.