Cost of Living in Rochester, NH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
127.4
100 = national avg
+27.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,037
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$132,452
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.3
Food110.7
Transportation121.4
Healthcare108.5
Utilities116.1
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 Rochester is 127.4, which is 27.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,037 per year to cover basic expenses.