Cost of Living in Enfield, NH

With a cost of living index of 105, Enfield, NH is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 5% more expensive than the national average and 4% above the New Hampshire state average of 102. Enfield is a small community of 1,917 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Enfield's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,486 (13% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $274,500 (10% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.5x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Enfield is $78,583, which is 5% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Enfield. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 23°F. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches spread over roughly 150 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.