Cost of Living in Keene, NH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.6
100 = national avg
+28.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,598
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,777
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing153.9
Food109.8
Transportation119.5
Healthcare107.8
Utilities116.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,468
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,926
per month
The overall cost of living index in Keene is 128.6, which is 28.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 153.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,598 per year to cover basic expenses.