Cost of Living in Plainfield, NH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
168.0
100 = national avg
+68.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,898
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$174,669
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.5
Food130.8
Transportation161.7
Healthcare124.7
Utilities140.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,332
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,747
per month
The overall cost of living index in Plainfield is 168.0, which is 68.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,898 per year to cover basic expenses.