Littleton, Massachusetts
Littleton: town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
About
Littleton is a town located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,924 and a population density of 507 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 10,253 inhabitants.
The town was created 340 years ago in 1685.
Quick Facts about Littleton
| Population | 10,253 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Massachusetts (United States) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Postal code | 01460 |
| Area | 17.6 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.5376,-71.5120 |
| Altitude | 230 feet / 70 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1686 (340 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:30:37 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 583 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 12.96% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Littleton is located at 42°32'15"N 71°30'43"W (42.5375900, -71.5120100).
Littleton map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Littleton increased by 12.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,924 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,038 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,137 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,250 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,395 | 1.54% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,877 | 4.88% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 10,003 | 1.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 10,078 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 10,188 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 10,227 | 0.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 10,253 | 0.25% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Littleton
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16D Oak Hill Rd, Littleton, MA 01460, United States View details
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Services and Civic Places in Littleton
1LITTLETON TOWN HALL
37 Shattuck St, Littleton, MA 01460 View details
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People born in Littleton (6)
People born in Littleton, including 9th Governor of Florida Harrison Reed, actor Shawn Andrews, astronomer Margaret Harwood, .
More notable people
- Helen M. Knowlton (American artist, instructor and author) she was born in 16/08/1832
- Hannah P. Dodge (American educator) she was born in 16/02/1821
- Lucie Caroline Hager (American author) she was born in 29/12/1853
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Littleton, MA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165635 | National Aviation Academy of New England | Concord (MA) | 01742 |
Nearby Transit Stations (28)
Rail and bus stations connected to Littleton, MA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSH | Nashua, NH | 8 North Southwood Drive | BUS |
| FRA | Framingham station | 417 Waverly St. | RAIL |
| WOB | Anderson Regional Transportation Center | 100 Atlantic Ave. | RAIL |
| WOR | Union Station | 2 Washington Square | RAIL |
| BBY | Back Bay station | 145 Dartmouth St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Littleton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Harwood Post Office | Littleton (MA) | 01460 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Littleton, Colorado A city in Arapahoe County, Colorado. with a population of 46,000 people.
- Littleton, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire, United States with a population of 5,902 people.
- Littleton, Maine town in Aroostook County, Maine, United States with a population of 982 people.
- Littleton, North Carolina town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 584 people.
- Littleton, Illinois village in Schuyler County, Illinois, United States with a population of 144 people.
Other cities in Middlesex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Middlesex County , MA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 119,192 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Lowell | 110,904 | The third most populous city in Massachusetts. |
| Newton | 87,803 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Somerville | 80,935 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Framingham | 73,892 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Framingham Center | 65,413 | A census-designated place (CDP) in Framingham, Massachusetts. |
| Waltham | 62,069 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Medford | 60,847 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Malden | 59,922 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Everett | 46,107 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Arlington | 45,169 | Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Billerica | 43,021 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Woburn | 40,135 | A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. |
| Marlborough | 39,290 | City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Watertown | 36,125 | City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States |
| Natick | 35,766 | Town in Massachusetts |
Distance to Other Cities
Littleton distances to largest Massachusetts cities