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Cost of living in Cheshire County, NH

Estimated monthly cost
$2,912/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 76,945 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $923 32%
Federal tax $544 19%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $371 13%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $219 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Cheshire County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$791
per month
1 bedroom
$923
per month
2 bedroom
$1,413
per month
3 bedroom
$1,645
per month
4 bedroom
$1,583
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Cheshire County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$81,001
per year
Individual earnings
$43,326
per year
Per capita
$41,683
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cheshire County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$257,200
Annual property tax
$5,968

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cheshire County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$143
per month · 23.8¢/kWh
Natural gas
$76
per month
Annual total
$2,628
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Cheshire County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Cheshire County

State and local tax rates for New Hampshire.

No state income tax
New Hampshire does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
0.0%
Combined sales tax
0.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Cheshire County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.7 min
Drive alone
77.2%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cheshire County

What it costs to live in Cheshire County each month.

Single person
$2,912
per month
  • Rent $923
  • Energy $219
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $371
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $544
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,636
per month
  • Rent $1,413
  • Energy $263
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $615
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $996
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,047
per month
  • Rent $1,645
  • Energy $328
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $933
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $996
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Cheshire County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cheshire County?

In Cheshire County, NH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $923 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,413 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,645 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Cheshire County?

In Cheshire County, NH, the average household income is $81,001 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,326 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cheshire County?

The estimated cost of living in Cheshire County, NH is approximately $2,912 per month for a single person, $4,636 for a couple, $7,047 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cheshire County?

The combined sales tax rate in Cheshire County, NH is 0.00%, which includes the New Hampshire state rate of 0.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Cheshire County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cheshire County, NH would need approximately $2,912 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $81,001 per year ($6,750 per month). Cheshire County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Cheshire County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cheshire County, NH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cheshire County?

The average home value in Cheshire County, NH is $257,200, with average annual property taxes of $5,968, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cheshire County compare to other areas?

You can compare Cheshire County, NH with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Cheshire County is in the Keene, NH metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources