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Kingston, NH Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Kingston is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes available. The town has seen an increase in new construction in recent years, but prices remain relatively high due to its desirable location. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly for families and young professionals.
Cost of Living
118
+18% above national average
105
92
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| <p>State 0% + No county tax + No city tax</p> | |
New Hampshire has no state income tax, but it does tax dividends and interest income.
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Kingston has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with sidewalks and crosswalks throughout the town.
- Applecrest Farm Bistro
- Kingston State Park
- Fuller Gardens
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📰 Live Local News
Kingston has regulations in place to preserve its historic district and protect the environment, including rules on zoning, signage, and waste management.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Kingston — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Kingston can fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher heating oil bills in the winter. However, the town's relatively mild climate means that these fluctuations are not as extreme as in other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 03848 has a property tax millage rate of 18.5, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, but some areas lack elevators in public buildings and transit systems.
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