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Average Rent in New Hampshire

Rental market overview for New Hampshire, powered by HUD and Census data.

Median Rent

$1,182

Median Income

$76,620

Rent Burden

-97222195.9%

Avg FMR (2BR)

N/A

New Hampshire Rental Market Overview

New Hampshire has approximately 96 cities with rental data tracked by StayRentals. Roughly 33.1% of housing units in the state are renter-occupied. The state's median rent is approximately $1,182, which is 13% lower than the national median of $1,365. (Source: Census ACS)

With a rental vacancy rate of approximately 15.3%%, the New Hampshire rental market may offer renters more options and negotiating power. (Source: Census ACS)

Most and Least Affordable Cities

Most affordable cities (lowest rent burden):

  • Goffstown: median rent of $1,250, median income of $131,146, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 20.6%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Tilton Northfield: median rent of $1,100, median income of $63,553, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 23.5%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Enfield: median rent of $1,438, median income of $54,493, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 23.7%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Hudson: median rent of $1,329, median income of $80,901, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 24.7%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Jaffrey: median rent of $914, median income of $86,384, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 25.0%. (Source: Census ACS)

    • Most expensive cities (highest rent burden):

  • Hanover: median rent of $2,021, with a rent burden of approximately 47.1%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Wolfeboro: median rent of $1,034, with a rent burden of approximately 45.0%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Durham: median rent of $1,216, with a rent burden of approximately 44.7%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Farmington: median rent of $1,016, with a rent burden of approximately 36.8%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Claremont: median rent of $1,071, with a rent burden of approximately 35.8%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)

    • Renting in New Hampshire: What to Know

    Renter protections and landlord-tenant laws vary by state and municipality within New Hampshire. Most states require landlords to provide advance notice before raising rent on month-to-month leases, though the specific notice period varies. Some municipalities within New Hampshire may have additional local tenant protections.

    Housing laws change frequently. For advice specific to your situation, consult a local tenant rights organization, legal aid society, or attorney. StayRentals does not provide legal advice.

    New Hampshire Rental Market Trends

    Rent trends for New Hampshire are tracked through the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index for shelter costs. Nationally, rent costs have generally increased over the past decade, though the rate of increase varies by metro area and time period.

    Detailed monthly rent CPI data is available for major metropolitan areas. Visit our homepage for the national rent CPI trend chart, or explore individual city pages for local context. (Source: BLS Consumer Price Index)

    Cities in New Hampshire

    96 cities with rental data, sorted by population.

    CityPopulationMedian RentRent BurdenFMR (2BR)
    Manchester115,037$1,36229.9%N/A
    Nashua90,943$1,59729.5%N/A
    Concord44,049$1,27727.7%N/A
    Dover32,849$1,43627.1%N/A
    Rochester32,573$1,16228.2%N/A
    Derry23,027$1,38231.7%N/A
    Keene22,907$1,15328.1%N/A
    Portsmouth22,138$1,66027.5%N/A
    Laconia16,898$1,16331.1%N/A
    Lebanon14,515$1,60327.9%N/A
    Claremont13,018$1,07135.8%N/A
    Londonderry12,143$1,80133.6%N/A
    Somersworth11,994$1,33026.7%N/A
    Durham10,789$1,21644.7%N/A
    Hampton10,050$1,59426.7%N/A
    Exeter9,918$1,44128.4%N/A
    Berlin9,485$76933.7%N/A
    Franklin8,746$1,03728.3%N/A
    Milford8,530$1,29231.3%N/A
    Hanover8,234$2,02147.1%N/A
    Hudson7,003$1,32924.7%N/A
    Newmarket5,829$1,63227.3%N/A
    South Hooksett5,808$1,03825.8%N/A
    Hooksett5,268$1,66827.4%N/A
    Suncook5,235$1,04727.7%N/A
    Newport5,228$1,16429.0%N/A
    Pinardville4,851$1,18226.7%N/A
    East Merrimack4,643$1,69428.3%N/A
    Littleton4,587$81430.9%N/A
    Plymouth4,428$1,22625.8%N/A
    Raymond4,006$1,24630.2%N/A
    Conway3,847$1,01535.4%N/A
    Farmington3,722$1,01636.8%N/A
    Jaffrey3,036$91425.0%N/A
    Tilton Northfield3,035$1,10023.5%N/A
    Goffstown3,028$1,25020.6%N/A
    Wolfeboro2,813$1,03445.0%N/A
    Lancaster2,260$85928.7%N/A
    Peterborough2,247$1,36625.1%N/A
    Bristol2,095$1,07829.2%N/A
    Enfield2,079$1,43823.7%N/A
    North Conway2,079$1,05931.5%N/A
    Gorham2,043$76825.0%N/A
    Pittsfield1,784$95132.8%N/A
    Hillsborough1,567N/A26.0%N/A
    Ashland1,520$1,06032.8%N/A
    Hinsdale1,432$1,01528.1%N/A
    Winchester1,369$99129.7%N/A
    New London1,340$1,31729.1%N/A
    Wilton1,333$1,28522.9%N/A
    Whitefield1,332$96229.4%N/A
    Woodsville1,329$1,07531.1%N/A
    Antrim1,320$89037.4%N/A
    Contoocook1,295$1,01917.5%N/A
    Belmont1,252N/A51.0%N/A
    West Swanzey1,200$1,35432.2%N/A
    Colebrook1,100$69829.8%N/A
    Greenville1,061$1,04432.1%N/A
    Lincoln1,017$1,16525.8%N/A
    Marlborough991$92328.7%N/A
    Bethlehem957$92929.1%N/A
    Klondike Corner939N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Charlestown934$1,18938.9%N/A
    Troy920$1,16131.5%N/A
    Sanbornville919$95941.9%N/A
    Lisbon872$88338.1%N/A
    Seabrook Beach864$1,41951.0%N/A
    Groveton839$75022.5%N/A
    North Haverhill819N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Amherst682$1,43327.3%N/A
    Center Ossipee679$86438.2%N/A
    Loudon654N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Mountain Lakes597N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    North Walpole558$1,15317.9%N/A
    North Woodstock532$90729.3%N/A
    West Stewartstown465$64222.9%N/A
    Walpole465N/A26.6%N/A
    Warner425$63330.4%N/A
    Suissevale406N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Bradford387$1,33336.7%N/A
    Union384N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Milton349$94036.7%N/A
    New Hampton324N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Newfields291$1,70820.6%N/A
    Bartlett259N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Bennington253$95036.9%N/A
    New Boston215N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Hancock199N/A51.0%N/A
    Plainfield179$1,60017.0%N/A
    Canaan173$82351.0%N/A
    Center Sandwich172$1,84129.5%N/A
    Alton170N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Francestown129N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Milton Mills121N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Melvin Village108N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Blodgett Landing103N/A-666666666.0%N/A

    Data Sources

    **Data Sources:**

  • U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates
  • U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Market Rents
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index for Rent of Primary Residence

    • Data is updated periodically. Census ACS data reflects 5-year estimates. HUD Fair Market Rents are updated annually. BLS rent CPI is updated monthly.

    StayRentals is not a real estate agent, landlord, or property manager. This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Rent estimates are based on government data and may not reflect current market conditions. Housing laws vary by state and municipality. Consult a local tenant rights organization or attorney for advice specific to your situation.

    Sources: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Market Rents, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index.

    Data vintage: HUD FMR FY 2025, Census ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates, BLS CPI updated monthly. Government data may lag 1–2 years behind current market conditions.