Cost of Living in Merrimack County, NH

What does it cost to live in Merrimack County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$88,806

Median Rent

$1,199/mo

Median Home

$297,600

Affordability

346

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,505
Property Tax$536
Insurance$99

Total Monthly$2,140
% of Income28.9%

Renting

Median Rent$1,199
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,224
% of Income16.2%

Living in Merrimack County, New Hampshire

Merrimack County has a median household income of $88,806 with housing costs that represent 28.9% of income for owners and 16.2% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.