Lebanon, NH vs Somersworth, NH

Somersworth is moderately more affordable than Lebanon, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Lebanon scores 119 compared to 106 for Somersworth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lebanon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lebanon is $1,732/month compared to $1,410/month in Somersworth — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Somersworth is more affordable at $295,800 median vs $345,100.

Median household income in Lebanon is $92,288 compared to $79,677 in Somersworth (+15.8%). While Lebanon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lebanon spend roughly 22.5% of their income on rent, more than the 21.2% in Somersworth.

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