Cost of Living in Greenville, NH

With a cost of living index of 96, Greenville, NH is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 6% below the New Hampshire state average of 102. Greenville is a small community of 1,102 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Greenville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,199 (9% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $271,300 (11% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.7x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Greenville is $58,095, which is 23% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 25% 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 Greenville. 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.