Senior living in New Hampshire
New Hampshire is the Granite State. If you like rocky areas, you're going to love this state. But, of course, New Hampshire also has a lot more to offer, including some gorgeous forests and bodies of water. New Hampshire has a lot of firsts, being the first state with its own constitution and the first state to hold presidential primaries. It can also be the first state you might want to consider when retiring due to all that it offers. When you're in New Hampshire, you are in a place with some of the best scenery to enjoy your retirement.
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Cost of living in New Hampshire
Unfortunately, New Hampshire is one of the pricier states, with the overall cost of living is nearly 10 points higher than the rest of the country. The big reason for this is its utility costs, which are over 15 points more, and its housing hosts being over 10 points more. Oddly, the median home cost is less than the national average. You can find affordable places to live in New Hampshire if you know where to look, so keep your eyes peeled. You may be able to find a great place to live.
Cost-of-living indices
100 = US average. Higher means more expensive.
- Overall
- 109.7
- Grocery
- 99.7
- Housing
- 110.3
- Utilities
- 115.2
- Transportation
- 99.6
- Misc.
- 110.8
Housing & rent
Statewide medians and averages.
- Median home
- $261,700
- Average rent
- $1,111
- Studio
- $860
- 1 bedroom
- $967
- 2 bedroom
- $1,299
- 3 bedroom
- $1,546
Care levels in New Hampshire
Whether you're comparing options for a parent or planning ahead for yourself, here's where to start by care level.
- AL
Assisted Living
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
- MC
Memory Care
Memory care is a specialized type of senior living for people with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other cognitive decline.
- IL
Independent Living
Independent living is community housing for active seniors who want amenities, social life, and freedom from home upkeep without daily personal-care services.
- HC
Home Care
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
- SNF
Nursing Homes
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
- SA
Senior Apartments
Senior apartments are age-restricted rental homes - typically for residents 55+ or 62+ - designed for older adults who live independently.
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Visiting Angels Auburn
Auburn, NH
4.7 · 328 reviews
Right At Home Southern New Hampshire
Londonderry, NH
4.8 · 166 reviews
Brightstar Care Bedford / Manchester
Bedford, NH
4.7 · 119 reviews
Live Free Home Health Care, Llc
Alton, NH
4.9 · 67 reviews
Visiting Angels Nashua, Nh
Nashua, NH
4.8 · 51 reviews
Visiting Angels Gilford
Alton, NH
4.6 · 45 reviews
Local pricing
Assisted living monthly cost by city in New Hampshire
Median monthly cost of assisted living, sourced from public data. Actual community pricing varies by apartment size, level of care, and amenities.
Common questions about senior living in New Hampshire
- What types of senior care are available in New Hampshire?
- New Hampshire has communities offering assisted living, memory care, independent living, home care, and skilled nursing. Larger metros have more depth of options across all care levels; smaller markets may have fewer choices in any single category.
- How much does assisted living cost in New Hampshire?
- Assisted living costs in New Hampshire vary widely by metro, apartment size, and the resident's level of care. The national median is roughly $5,000 per month; major metros tend to run higher and rural areas lower. Each community sets its own pricing - request a written cost breakdown when you tour.
- Does New Hampshire Medicaid pay for assisted living?
- Medicaid does not pay for room-and-board in assisted living, but New Hampshire's Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver may cover some assisted-living services for eligible residents. Coverage and eligibility vary - check directly with your state's Medicaid agency or an elder-law attorney.
- How do I evaluate a nursing home in New Hampshire?
- Start with the CMS 5-star rating on Medicare.gov for any Medicare-certified facility, then look at the underlying staffing data and the most recent state inspection report. Tour the facility, watch staff interact with residents, and ask about staffing levels during evenings and overnight.
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