Average Rent in Western Rockingham County, NH↑ Rents rising 10.5% YoY🔺 2nd priciest in NH

Western Rockingham County, NH has rental prices ranging from $1,526/month to $2,935/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,536/month — 10% above the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $112,484/year, spending $1,536/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Western Rockingham County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $2,015/month, Western Rockingham County ranks #2 most expensive of the 12 cities tracked in New Hampshire — pricier than 98% of all US cities in our data.

The Western Rockingham County Rental Market

The Western Rockingham County, NH area has a population of about 4,917,661 and 38% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Western Rockingham County, NH have risen by $192/month (10.5%) over the past year, from $1,823 to $2,015. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Western Rockingham County, NH without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $61,440. The local median household income of $112,484 exceeds that threshold by $51,044, making Western Rockingham County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Is Western Rockingham County, NH Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Western Rockingham County?

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Living in Western Rockingham County

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