Gorham, NH vs Littleton, NH

Gorham is moderately more affordable than Littleton, with a 11.5% lower cost of living index. Gorham scores 72 compared to 82 for Littleton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Littleton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gorham is $774/month compared to $878/month in Littleton — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gorham is more affordable at $136,300 median vs $213,200.

Median household income in Gorham is $60,417 compared to $47,879 in Littleton (+26.2%). Gorham offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gorham spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Littleton.

Climate-wise, Littleton is notably warmer with an average of 42.6°F compared to 28°F in Gorham. Gorham receives more rainfall at 91.2" per year compared to 37" in Littleton.