Cost of Living in Walpole, NH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
116.4
100 = national avg
+16.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,198
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,013
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing134.2
Food104.7
Transportation106.2
Healthcare103.8
Utilities109.7
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 Walpole is 116.4, which is 16.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,198 per year to cover basic expenses.