Top Paying Jobs in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 96,870 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($555,670), Surgeons, All Other ($534,870), Dermatologists ($516,230). The cost of living index is 105.66 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,528/month.
ⓘ
State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$160K
Avg. median salary
105.66
Cost of living index
$1,528
Median 2BR rent
1,409,189
Population
Highest paying careers in New Hampshire
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $556K | $267.15/hr |
| 2 | Surgeons, All Other | Healthcare | $535K | $257.15/hr |
| 3 | Dermatologists | Healthcare | $516K | $248.19/hr |
| 4 | Radiologists | Healthcare | $506K | $243.27/hr |
| 5 | Anesthesiologists | Healthcare | $482K | $231.56/hr |
| 6 | Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $404K | $194.39/hr |
| 7 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $361K | $173.7/hr |
| 8 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $348K | $167.37/hr |
| 9 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $276K | $132.68/hr |
| 10 | Pediatricians, General | Healthcare | $273K | $131.45/hr |
Affordability snapshot: New Hampshire
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average+5.7% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,528/mo
Planning a move? Compare costs with other locations:
Metro areas in New Hampshire
Click a metro for detailed salary, rent, and cost-of-living data specific to that area.
Compare New Hampshire to other cities
Side-by-side salary and cost of living comparison
Remote work salary calculator
See what your salary is worth in New Hampshire
Calculate take-home pay in New Hampshire
After federal and state taxes
Can you afford a 2-bedroom in New Hampshire?
Salary thresholds by HUD rent data
What salary do you need to live comfortably in New Hampshire?
Monthly budget breakdown with HUD and BLS data