Cost of Living in Manchester, NH
Population: 115,415 • 2026 Data
$77,415
Median Household Income
+0% vs national
$1,465
Median Monthly Rent
+9% vs national
$336,300
Median Home Value
-1% vs national
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Manchester
The median home value in Manchester, NH is $336,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,465, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,548.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Manchester, NH is $77,415. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8%, with a labor force of 69,979 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.