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Northborough, MA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$80/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1500/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2500/mo |
| Median Home Price | $430,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Northborough is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes. The town has seen significant growth in recent years, with many new developments and renovations. As a result, prices have increased, but the town still offers a range of options for buyers and renters.
Cost of Living
118
+8% above national average
105
102
101
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| <p>State 5.2% + No County tax + Local 1.05% option tax</p> | |
Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5.2%, with no local income tax
Family & Relocation
40
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Northborough has a limited public transportation system, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge
- Northborough Town Library
- Tougas Family Farm
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📰 Live Local News
Northborough has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and environmental protection, which are enforced by the town’s planning and conservation departments
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Northborough — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Northborough fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity costs in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas costs in the winter due to heating. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during the peak summer and winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 01532 has a property tax millage rate of 18.45, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with good sidewalk quality and park access, but limited elevator access in transit and some areas with limited family infrastructure
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