Tilton Northfield, NH vs Wilton, NH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Tilton Northfield is 17.7% cheaper than Wilton. With a cost index of 84 vs 102, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Tilton Northfield to Wilton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Tilton Northfield is $967/month compared to $1,378/month in Wilton — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tilton Northfield is more affordable at $207,800 median vs $287,300.

Median household income in Tilton Northfield is $59,902 compared to $81,042 in Wilton (-26.1%). While Wilton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Tilton Northfield spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, less 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 Tilton Northfield.