How Much Does Youth Hockey Cost in New Hampshire?
2025-2026 season estimates. Updated July 2026.
New Hampshire has an active hockey community where high school hockey is a community event and pond hockey is widely played. Limited rink supply relative to demand drives ice costs up, and competitive families travel frequently to Massachusetts and Maine for tournaments.
Season Cost by Level
| Level | Estimated Season Cost |
|---|---|
| House | $1,900 - $3,800 |
| NHAHA Tier 5 | $2,000 - $3,800 |
| B | $2,900 - $5,800 |
| B2 | $2,900 - $5,800 |
| GSL | $2,900 - $5,800 |
| BB | $5,100 - $9,450 |
| B1 | $5,100 - $9,450 |
| A | $5,450 - $10,250 |
| NHAHA Tier 4 | $5,100 - $9,450 |
| NHAHA Tier 3 | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| PHL Premier | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| NGHL Futures | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| NEGHL Liberty | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| E9 Green | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| AA | $8,300 - $17,200 |
| VHL A | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| EHF Gold (Lower) | $5,400 - $10,150 |
| NHAHA Tier 2 | $8,200 - $17,100 |
| PHL Elite | $8,200 - $17,100 |
| NEGHL American | $8,200 - $17,100 |
| E9 Red | $8,200 - $17,100 |
| VHL AA | $8,200 - $17,100 |
| EHF Gold (Upper) | $8,200 - $17,100 |
| AAA | $14,800 - $29,300 |
| UT1HL | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| NGHL Blue | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| NEGHL National | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| THF | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| E9 Blue | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| VHL AAA | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| VHL Elite | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| MVHL | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| NHAHA Tier 1 | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| EHF Platinum | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| EHF American | $14,700 - $29,150 |
| NGHL Red | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| E9 Girls | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| E9 White | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| E9 Prep | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| E9 | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| EHF National | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| EHF Elite | $17,750 - $36,250 |
| PPHL (Girls) | $38,400 - $88,450 |
| NEFPHL | $38,400 - $88,450 |
| Prep School | $38,400 - $88,450 |
AAA tournament entry fees are typically bundled in registration. AA and below show entry fees under Travel.
AAA programs are not available locally in New Hampshire. The nearest AAA programs are in Massachusetts (Boston).
For comparison, house hockey ranges from $1,400 in Minnesota (cheapest) to $4,100 in California and Hawaii (most expensive).
Where Your Money Goes in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, registration makes up 80% of a typical Prep School season — the largest single cost category. Tournament Travel is next at 11%.
Savings tip: New Hampshire's limited rinks mean less program competition, but ask about payment plans; most associations offer 3-6 month installment options. For Massachusetts tournament travel, coordinate with other NH families to share gas and hotel costs on the Boston runs.
Hidden Costs in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's limited rink supply means early-morning ice (5:00-6:00 AM) is common; families pay full price for practice slots most wouldn't otherwise choose. Gas at $3.50/gallon is above the national average, and competitive teams drive to Boston-area tournaments regularly. Strong used gear networks through local associations help keep equipment costs manageable.
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