Cost of Living in Durham, NH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
171.6
100 = national avg
+71.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,499
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$178,452
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing211.6
Food134.0
Transportation168.1
Healthcare127.2
Utilities142.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,677
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,194
per month
The overall cost of living index in Durham is 171.6, which is 71.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 211.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,499 per year to cover basic expenses.