Cost of Living in Bennington, NH

With a cost of living index of 82, Bennington, NH is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 20% below the New Hampshire state average of 102. Bennington is a small community of 240 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Bennington's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $897 (32% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $213,400 (30% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Bennington is $70,750, which is 6% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Bennington. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46.4°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 25°F. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches spread over roughly 151 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Manchester-Nashua, NH (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.