Lebanon, NH vs Rochester, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Rochester is 22.1% cheaper than Lebanon. With a cost index of 97 vs 119, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Rochester to Lebanon should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lebanon is $1,732/month compared to $1,220/month in Rochester — a 42% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rochester is more affordable at $262,600 median vs $345,100.

Median household income in Lebanon is $92,288 compared to $79,388 in Rochester (+16.2%). The higher salaries in Lebanon partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lebanon spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 18.4% in Rochester.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46°F vs 47.7°F). Rochester receives more rainfall at 41.2" per year compared to 38.1" in Lebanon.