Hillsborough, NH vs Littleton, NH

Hillsborough, NH and Littleton, NH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.5% difference in their overall index. Hillsborough scores 82 while Littleton scores 82 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsborough is $963/month compared to $878/month in Littleton — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Littleton has cheaper rent, Hillsborough actually has lower median home values ($197,500 vs $213,200).

Median household income in Hillsborough is $64,417 compared to $47,879 in Littleton (+34.5%). While Hillsborough is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsborough spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22% in Littleton.

Climate-wise, Hillsborough is notably warmer with an average of 47.2°F compared to 42.6°F in Littleton. Hillsborough receives more rainfall at 42" per year compared to 37" in Littleton.