Cost of Living in North Walpole, NH

With a cost of living index of 84, North Walpole, NH is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 16% cheaper than the national average and 18% below the New Hampshire state average of 102. North Walpole is a small community of 608 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in North Walpole's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,021 (23% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $188,400 (38% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in North Walpole is $71,875, which is 4% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% 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 North Walpole. The area sees an average annual temperature of 45.5°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 23°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches spread over roughly 154 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.