Cheapest Places to Live in New Hampshire (2026)
Looking for the most affordable cities in New Hampshire? We ranked 5 New Hampshire cities by median home value. The cheapest is Haverhill (~$328,000); the New Hampshire median is $487,000.
Most affordable cities in New Hampshire
Ranked by median home value, lowest first:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Haverhill | $328,000 | $223 |
| 2 | Ossipee | $419,000 | $361 |
| 3 | Rochester | $422,000 | $261 |
| 4 | Manchester | $434,000 | $294 |
| 5 | Nashua | $506,000 | $301 |
Most expensive cities in New Hampshire
The priciest New Hampshire markets by median home value:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashua | $506,000 | $301 |
| 2 | Manchester | $434,000 | $294 |
| 3 | Rochester | $422,000 | $261 |
| 4 | Ossipee | $419,000 | $361 |
| 5 | Haverhill | $328,000 | $223 |
How we rank New Hampshire cities
Rankings use the typical (median) home value for each city from public market data (Realtor.com & Zillow research). Affordability also depends on incomes, taxes, and cost of living — see each city page for local detail. Directional estimates, not appraisals.
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New Hampshire affordability: FAQ
What is the cheapest place to live in New Hampshire? +
Based on median home value, Haverhill is among the most affordable cities in New Hampshire, with a typical home around $328,000 — well below the New Hampshire median of $487,000.
What is the most expensive city in New Hampshire? +
By median home value, Nashua is among the priciest in New Hampshire, with a typical home around $506,000.
Is New Hampshire an affordable place to live? +
The median home value in New Hampshire is about $487,000 (66% more expensive than the U.S. median of $294,000), but prices vary widely by city — from around $328,000 to $506,000.