Cost of Living in Peterborough, NH

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
17%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Peterborough New Hampshire National
Cost of living113110100
Groceries106103100
Health care112104100
Housing117125100
Transportation111103100
Utilities116106100
Lifestyle & Entertainment111103100
Household Items106102100
Education & Childcare118105100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Peterborough is 3% higher than the New Hampshire average
  • The cost of living in Peterborough is 13% higher than the national average
  • Peterborough housing is 17% higher than the national average
  • New Hampshire general sales tax is 100% lower than the national average
  • New Hampshire state income tax is 54% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$162,210$13,518$3,785$4,867
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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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