Home care costs · NH
New Hampshire home care costs, 2026
In New Hampshire, a non-medical caregiver runs about $38/hour in 2026 — roughly $7,240/month at a typical 44 hours per week. That's 9% above the national median.
Stay home vs. assisted living in New Hampshire
At 44 hours of in-home help per week, staying home costs about $86,880/year, vs. $87,600/year for assisted living — a difference of $720/year in favor of staying home.
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