20 S T U F F • N e w H a m p s h i r e , 2 0 1 8
Living your life,
your way
The fast-track to independence from your parents is
finding a high-paying job. Starting your professional
life with a high-paying job can lead to a lifetime
of higher earnings, too, as you build on that initial
salary with raises, promotions and moves to different
companies valuing your skills.
Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment
outside a city center............................................................. $900
Groceries ............................................................... $340
Utilities
(electric, gas, heat, water, garbage) .......................................$95
Internet, phone, cable ............................................................$60
Fuel & maintenance for a car .................................................$90
Car insurance ...........................................$55
Gym membership ....................................$30
Entertainment (2-3 meals out
and 2-3 movies/sporting events) .............................$200
Total monthly expenses ......................... $1,770
How much does it cost for a young
person to live in New Hampshire?
Sources: rentcafe.com, numbeo.com, nerdwallet.com
Assembler
Education needed:
High-school diploma
Average annual salary:
$32,120
Monthly earnings (before taxes):
$2,677
Machinery mechanic
Education needed: High-school
diploma and a year of on-the-job training
Average annual salary:
$54,400
Monthly earnings (before taxes):
$4,533
How much do New Hampshire
manufacturing jobs pay?
