Cost of Living in Exeter, NH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.6
100 = national avg
+47.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,931
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,474
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing194.7
Food114.1
Transportation128.2
Healthcare111.3
Utilities127.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,730
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,270
per month
The overall cost of living index in Exeter is 147.6, which is 47.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 194.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,931 per year to cover basic expenses.