Littleton Common, MA vs Northborough, MA

Northborough is moderately more affordable than Littleton Common, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Littleton Common scores 133 compared to 118 for Northborough, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Littleton Common can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Littleton Common is $1,604/month compared to $1,219/month in Northborough — a 32% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Northborough has cheaper rent, Littleton Common actually has lower median home values ($551,800 vs $553,700).

Median household income in Littleton Common is $129,347 compared to $154,926 in Northborough (-16.5%). Northborough offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Littleton Common spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, more than the 9.4% in Northborough.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.5°F vs 48.1°F). Northborough receives more rainfall at 48.3" per year compared to 42.6" in Littleton Common.