2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Merrimack, NH
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Merrimack, New Hampshire as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $2,623 and +47% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Merrimack
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Merrimack
Compare Merrimack's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in New Hampshire
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in New Hampshire
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bedford | $2,850 |
| 2 | Merrimack (this page) | $2,430 |
| 3 | Portsmouth | $2,150 |
| 4 | Hampton | $2,110 |
| 5 | Nashua | $2,100 |
| 6 | Newmarket | $2,070 |
| 7 | Manchester | $2,030 |
| 8 | Lebanon | $2,030 |
| 9 | Hooksett | $2,020 |
| 10 | Salem | $1,920 |
| 11 | Dover | $1,820 |
| 12 | Somersworth | $1,810 |
| 13 | Rochester | $1,810 |
| 14 | Derry | $1,770 |
| 15 | Concord | $1,670 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Merrimack.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Merrimack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester, NH | 10.4 mi | $2,030 | $-400 (-16%) |
| Hooksett, NH | 16.7 mi | $2,020 | $-410 (-17%) |
| Derry, NH | 17 mi | $1,770 | $-660 (-27%) |
| Dracut, MA | 19.2 mi | $2,220 | $-210 (-9%) |
| Chelmsford, MA | 19.4 mi | $2,475 | +$45 (+2%) |
| Lowell, MA | 20 mi | $2,055 | $-375 (-15%) |
| Methuen, MA | 24.7 mi | $1,980 | $-450 (-19%) |
| Tewksbury, MA | 26.1 mi | $3,250 | +$820 (+34%) |
| Billerica, MA | 26.1 mi | $2,610 | +$180 (+7%) |
| Fitchburg, MA | 27.6 mi | $1,570 | $-860 (-35%) |
| Andover, MA | 28.4 mi | $2,580 | +$150 (+6%) |
| Concord, MA | 28.9 mi | $3,480 | +$1,050 (+43%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Merrimack — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Merrimack?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Merrimack, New Hampshire is $2,430 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $2,623.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Merrimack?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $97,200 ($8,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $46.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Merrimack expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Merrimack's 2-bedroom median of $2,430 is +47% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 83th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Merrimack rank for 2-bedroom rent in New Hampshire?
Among the 18 cities in New Hampshire with 2-bedroom data, Merrimack ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Merrimack?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Manchester ($2,030), Hooksett ($2,020), Derry ($1,770).