Lancaster, NH vs Suncook, NH

Lancaster is moderately more affordable than Suncook, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Lancaster scores 79 compared to 93 for Suncook, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Suncook 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 $980/month in Suncook — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lancaster is more affordable at $182,900 median vs $307,700.

Median household income in Lancaster is $92,525 compared to $73,109 in Suncook (+26.6%). 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 16.1% in Suncook.

Climate-wise, Suncook is notably warmer with an average of 47.2°F compared to 42.6°F in Lancaster. Suncook receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 37" in Lancaster.