What are the schools like in Marlborough, MA?

Marlborough is served primarily by Marlborough. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Marlborough?

The median household income in Marlborough, MA is $94,199 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.

Marlborough, MA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Marlborough, MA affordable or expensive?

Marlborough's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marlborough is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $439,600 and the median rent is $1,648 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Marlborough, MA?

Marlborough has a violent crime rate of 421.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1036.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Marlborough, MA?

Marlborough has an average high temperature of 37.4°F in January and 86.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 45.7 inches.

Is Marlborough, MA a Good Place to Live?

Marlborough is a small city of 41,391 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $94,199 and a 5.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Marlborough stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Marlborough is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marlborough city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 111.6

Marlborough's overall cost of living index is 111.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marlborough costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Marlborough, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$439,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,648	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$94,199	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Marlborough's violent crime rate is 421.2 per 100,000 residents — 11% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

421.2 /100k

Property Crime

1036.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Marlborough is served primarily by Marlborough. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Marlborough, MA	National Avg
School District	Marlborough	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marlborough sees average highs of 37.4°F in January and 86.9°F in July, with 48.8 inches of annual precipitation and 45.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marlborough, MA
Average High — January	37.4°F
Average High — July	86.9°F
Annual Precipitation	48.8"
Annual Snowfall	45.7"

Demographics

Metric	Marlborough, MA	National Avg
Population	41,391	—
Median Age	38.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	64.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	24.0%	18.9%
Asian	5.2%	6.3%
Under 18	20.4%	22.2%
65 and over	14.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hudson, MA 3 mi Cordaville, MA 6 mi Northborough, MA 6 mi Framingham, MA 6 mi Westborough, MA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Marlborough

Marlborough, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

01752

Marlborough vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marlborough, MA affordable or expensive?

Marlborough's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Marlborough roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $439,600 and median rent is $1,648/month.

What is the crime rate in Marlborough, MA?

Marlborough's violent crime rate is 421.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1036.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Marlborough?

Public schools in Marlborough are operated by Marlborough. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 40.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marlborough, MA a good place to live?

Marlborough, MA has a population of 41,391, a median household income of $94,199, and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Marlborough?

Marlborough averages 37.4°F in January and 86.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.8 inches with about 45.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marlborough?

Marlborough, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 01752.

What is the population of Marlborough?

The population of Marlborough, Massachusetts is 41,391 with a median age of 38.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marlborough?

Key numbers for living in Marlborough: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $439,600, median household income $94,199, crime index 86 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marlborough side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.