Troy, NH vs Wolfeboro, NH

Troy is moderately more affordable than Wolfeboro, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Troy scores 91 compared to 101 for Wolfeboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wolfeboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Troy is $1,200/month compared to $1,111/month in Wolfeboro — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wolfeboro has cheaper rent, Troy actually has lower median home values ($201,000 vs $363,200).

Median household income in Troy is $90,938 compared to $50,721 in Wolfeboro (+79.3%). Troy offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Troy spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, less than the 26.3% in Wolfeboro.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.4°F vs 47.7°F). Troy receives more rainfall at 46.4" per year compared to 41.2" in Wolfeboro.