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Cost of living in Merrimack County, NH

Estimated monthly cost
$3,086/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 155,018 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $991 32%
Federal tax $650 21%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $371 12%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $219 7%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Merrimack County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$935
per month
1 bedroom
$991
per month
2 bedroom
$1,434
per month
3 bedroom
$1,749
per month
4 bedroom
$1,662
per month

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Income and earnings in Merrimack County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$93,944
per year
Individual earnings
$49,800
per year
Per capita
$47,056
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Merrimack County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$330,600
Annual property tax
$6,617

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Merrimack 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 Merrimack County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.9%

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 Merrimack 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 Merrimack County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.0 min
Drive alone
75.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
13.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Merrimack County

What it costs to live in Merrimack County each month.

Single person
$3,086
per month
  • Rent $991
  • Energy $219
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $371
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $650
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,869
per month
  • Rent $1,434
  • Energy $263
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $615
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,208
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,363
per month
  • Rent $1,749
  • Energy $328
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $933
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,208
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Merrimack County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Merrimack County?

In Merrimack County, NH, a one-bedroom apartment averages $991 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,434 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,749 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Merrimack County?

In Merrimack County, NH, the average household income is $93,944 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $49,800 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Merrimack County?

The estimated cost of living in Merrimack County, NH is approximately $3,086 per month for a single person, $4,869 for a couple, $7,363 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Merrimack County?

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

Is Merrimack County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Merrimack County, NH would need approximately $3,086 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $93,944 per year ($7,829 per month). Merrimack County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Merrimack County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Merrimack County, NH is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Merrimack County?

The average home value in Merrimack County, NH is $330,600, with average annual property taxes of $6,617, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Merrimack County compare to other areas?

You can compare Merrimack County, NH with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Merrimack County is in the Concord, 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