Littleton, NH

New Hampshire

Littleton is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 4,211. Residents earn $47,879 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,211 Population 498/sq mi density
$47,879 Median Income $31,125 per capita
$213,200 Home Value $346,720 Zillow
$878 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,879 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$213,200 home value, $878/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,879
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $213,200
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

How Littleton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,211
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density498/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,879
Per Capita$31,125
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$183M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home Value$213,200
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,720

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1,417 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+83.0%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 39%
Commute14 min
EV Stations8
Libraries4

Is Littleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Littleton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Littleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Littleton is $47,879, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Littleton is $213,200, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Littleton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 100.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Littleton has a population of 4,211 with a density of 498 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

4,211
Total Population
498
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Littleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Littleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Littleton is $47,879, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Littleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,879
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,125
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$51,928

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$183M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare10
Retail8
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Littleton is $213,200, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,720.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,200
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$346,720
Median List Price$749,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,000
$/Sq Ft$274
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$878
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,322
1 Bedroom$1,422
2 Bedrooms$1,851
3 Bedrooms$2,386
4 Bedrooms$2,650

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,350
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.98%
In Littleton, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Littleton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death9,787/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access31.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Littleton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Littleton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall100.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,417 ft (432 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (21.9 km²)
Population Density498/sq mi
Coordinates44.3308°N, 71.7687°W
County FIPS50009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.4%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score6.29
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density498/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants12
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home6.8%

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