Cost of Living in Goffstown, NH

With a cost of living index of 106, Goffstown, NH is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 6% more expensive than the national average and 4% above the New Hampshire state average of 102. Goffstown is a small community of 3,127 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Goffstown's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,222 (7% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $385,000 (26% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Goffstown is $133,657, which is 78% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% 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 Goffstown. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.1°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 130 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.