2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Somersworth, NH
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Somersworth, New Hampshire as of July 2026. That's +6% lower than the citywide median of $1,926 and +9% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Somersworth
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 Somersworth
Compare Somersworth'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 | $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 (this page) | $1,810 |
| 13 | Rochester | $1,810 |
| 14 | Derry | $1,770 |
| 15 | Concord | $1,670 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Somersworth.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Somersworth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover, NH | 4.3 mi | $1,820 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Rochester, NH | 7.7 mi | $1,810 | — |
| Newmarket, NH | 13.2 mi | $2,070 | +$260 (+14%) |
| Kittery, ME | 14.9 mi | $2,060 | +$250 (+14%) |
| Sanford, ME | 14.9 mi | $1,490 | $-320 (-18%) |
| Amesbury, MA | 28.1 mi | $2,550 | +$740 (+41%) |
| Newburyport, MA | 30.4 mi | $2,550 | +$740 (+41%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 32.2 mi | $1,760 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Saco, ME | 35.6 mi | $1,860 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Haverhill, MA | 35.6 mi | $1,897 | +$87 (+5%) |
| Derry, NH | 36.6 mi | $1,770 | $-40 (-2%) |
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 39.2 mi | $1,760 | $-50 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Somersworth — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Somersworth?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Somersworth, New Hampshire is $1,810 per month. This is +6% below the citywide median of $1,926.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Somersworth?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $72,400 ($6,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $34.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Somersworth expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Somersworth's 2-bedroom median of $1,810 is +9% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 59th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Somersworth rank for 2-bedroom rent in New Hampshire?
Among the 18 cities in New Hampshire with 2-bedroom data, Somersworth ranks #7 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Somersworth?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Sanford ($1,490), Biddeford ($1,760), Derry ($1,770).