Northborough, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Worcester County County
Northborough, MA
At a Glance
How Northborough Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Northborough's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Northborough a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Northborough residents earn a median household income of $154,926 , which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $76,685. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,743 business establishments, including 1,794 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Northborough is $553,700 , 96% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $697,203. Median rent is $1,219/month, with 29.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Northborough reports 31 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 513/100K.
Education
66.8% of adults in Northborough hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% above the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Northborough has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.