Cost of Living in Pittsfield, NH

With a cost of living index of 93, Pittsfield, NH is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 7% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the New Hampshire state average of 102. Pittsfield is a small community of 1,882 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Pittsfield's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,167 (12% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $242,600 (20% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.8x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Pittsfield is $50,804, which is 32% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 28% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. 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 Pittsfield. The area sees an average annual temperature of 47.2°F, with summers averaging 69°F and winters around 25°F. Annual rainfall totals 42 inches spread over roughly 133 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.