Meredith, NH vs Wilton, NH

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Meredith, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Meredith scores 110 compared to 102 for Wilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Meredith can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Meredith is $1,255/month compared to $1,378/month in Wilton — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Meredith has cheaper rent, Wilton actually has lower median home values ($287,300 vs $415,800).

Median household income in Meredith is $52,083 compared to $81,042 in Wilton (-35.7%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Meredith spend roughly 28.9% of their income on rent, more than the 20.4% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.2°F vs 46.4°F). Wilton receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 42" in Meredith.