Manchester, NH vs Nashua, NH

Manchester is moderately more affordable than Nashua, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. Manchester scores 109 compared to 118 for Nashua, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Nashua can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Manchester is $1,465/month compared to $1,652/month in Nashua — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Manchester is more affordable at $336,300 median vs $373,100.

Median household income in Manchester is $77,415 compared to $92,457 in Nashua (-16.3%). While Nashua is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Manchester spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 21.4% in Nashua.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.1°F vs 50.1°F). Nashua receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 40.4" in Manchester.