Lancaster, NH vs Plymouth, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lancaster is 20.8% cheaper than Plymouth. With a cost index of 79 vs 100, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lancaster to Plymouth should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lancaster is $872/month compared to $1,312/month in Plymouth — a 34% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lancaster is more affordable at $182,900 median vs $274,200.

Median household income in Lancaster is $92,525 compared to $77,368 in Plymouth (+19.6%). 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 20.3% in Plymouth.

Climate-wise, Plymouth is notably warmer with an average of 46°F compared to 42.6°F in Lancaster. Plymouth receives more rainfall at 38.1" per year compared to 37" in Lancaster.