One the most affordable states in New England area, New Hampshire Apartments can be found in a wide range of locations and prices. All in all one can find both great job options and plenty to do in this state that makes it very worth looking into.

About the State Of New Hampshire

New Hampshire is one of the states that offers both ocean side and inland options, along with mountains and freshwater lakes. New Hampshire Apartments exist throughout the state in a wide range of locations and settings. With a population of one point three million, the state is not densely populated throughout. In fact most of those living in the state prefer urban settings and happen to work in the high tech field. This is not exclusive, of course. The economy includes services, hospitality, and tourism also. For the educational inclination one can pick from a wide range too, with Dartmouth College (located in Handover) as one of the state's major educational stars.

Leisure is very easy in New Hampshire because there is so many things to chose from. Outdoor activities include beach and ocean as well as hiking, camping, fishing, skiing in the White Mountains or even on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. Should you decide that outdoor beauty is not enough, the communities of the state have loads of charm. Portsmouth, North Conway, and others offer great food, wonderful shopping, museums and historical spots as well as the occasional community festival. No matter what your needs, New Hampshire Apartments can be the ideal way to explore this fantastic stare.

How Rents Compare to the National Average and Nearby States

Regionally, one can look at the state averages and see that while New Hampshire might be more expensive then some other parts of the nation and that the prices sit at about 10% over the national median that this state is actually a very good place to live. Here are the regional numbers: Maine, $950; Rhode Island, $1008; New Hampshire Apartments, $1044; Vermont, $1082; Connecticut, $1245; Massachusetts, $1438. While Maine is cheaper, clearly the comparison should be with those New England states that are about the same as New Hampshire. Looking at those states, it is very clear that the cost of living here is very reasonable. All numbers are for two bedroom apartments in the month of June 2011.

Current Rents and Past Trends for Apartments in New Hampshire

Prices for apartments range from 12 dollars to 93 dollars over the national average for an apartment of the same size during the month of June 2011. Typically the ranges are smaller on the cheaper apartments and larger on the more expensive ones. Here are the numbers: Studio, $740 (12); One Bedroom, $855 (76); Two Bedroom, $1,044 (82); Three Bedroom, $1,325 (93). All in all, the cost of living is not that much higher here then one might expect to pay in the idea "average" state.

Over the last six months the prices have trended like this: January, $1027; February, $1027; March, $1029; April, $1054; May, $1050; June, $1044. it is hard to say if the slight decrease from April's price is due to seasonal fluctuation or caused by a genuine downswing. Renters should haggle out long term lease agreements to avoid future increases in costs.