Lisbon, NH vs Peterborough, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lisbon is 16.1% cheaper than Peterborough. With a cost index of 87 vs 103, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lisbon to Peterborough should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lisbon is $1,156/month compared to $1,310/month in Peterborough — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lisbon is more affordable at $167,500 median vs $323,700.

Median household income in Lisbon is $63,750 compared to $81,836 in Peterborough (-22.1%). While Peterborough is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lisbon spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, more than the 19.2% in Peterborough.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.9°F vs 46.4°F). Peterborough receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 39.3" in Lisbon.