Life Insurance in New Hampshire — Average Cost 2026
Average life insurance (term, $500k) in New Hampshire: $492/year ($41/month). New Hampshire ranks #9 out of 51 states — below the national average.
Average annual
$492
Average monthly
$41
National rank
#9
of 51 states
vs national avg
-14.6%
New Hampshire vs national average
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Term life insurance rates in New Hampshire
Term life insurance rates in New Hampshire are 15% below the national average. Unlike auto and home insurance, life insurance rates are driven primarily by individual health factors, age, and lifestyle rather than geographic location — so state-level averages for life insurance are less meaningful than for property and auto coverages.
The figures shown represent a benchmark rate for a healthy 40-year-old male with $500,000 in 20-year term coverage. Your actual premium will vary based on your age, health, occupation, and the specific insurer you choose. Locking in a term life policy at a younger age significantly reduces your lifetime cost.