Newport, NH vs Somersworth, NH

Newport is moderately more affordable than Somersworth, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Newport scores 92 compared to 106 for Somersworth, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Somersworth can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Newport is $1,261/month compared to $1,410/month in Somersworth — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newport is more affordable at $191,000 median vs $295,800.

Median household income in Newport is $75,849 compared to $79,677 in Somersworth (-4.8%). Somersworth does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Newport spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, less than the 21.2% in Somersworth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.5°F vs 47.7°F). Somersworth receives more rainfall at 41.2" per year compared to 40.3" in Newport.