What BestPlaces Users Say about Massachusetts
Massachusetts is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and top-rated universities. It is also known for its high cost of living and harsh winters. Many people are drawn to this state for its vibrant cities, quaint towns, and beautiful landscapes. However, living in Massachusetts may not be for everyone. Let's take a look at what some users have to say about their experiences living in this particular place.
Summarized user reviews about living in Massachusetts:
1. User "Tom" shared that he has been living in Massachusetts for over 20 years and loves it. He praises the state for its strong job market, excellent schools, and beautiful nature. However, he notes that the cost of living is high and the winters can be tough.
2. "Samantha" moved to Massachusetts for college and has stayed ever since. She enjoys the diverse food scene, endless entertainment options, and the sense of community in her town. She does mention that traffic and housing prices can be a challenge.
3. According to "John," Massachusetts offers a great mix of urban and rural areas. He appreciates the rich history and cultural events but warns that the high taxes and crowded cities may not be for everyone.
4. "Emily" recently moved to Massachusetts and has mixed feelings about it. She loves the charming New England feel and proximity to the ocean, but struggles with the high rent and lack of affordable housing options. She also mentions that the state can feel very crowded at times.
based on 71 ReviewsGet to know Massachusetts with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Massachusetts
Home Schooling Laws in Massachusetts - 11/5/2012
Can anyone answer: How favorable are the home-schooling laws in Massachux? I'm considering moving into the state, but not if they are hostile to homeschooling. Anyone have any experience with this matter?
- Jimianiz
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Health Care - 6/5/2012
It's expensive but top notch. Universal health care made it much easier for me to decide start a business because I didn't have to worry about whether whether my family could actually get access to health
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Just too much - 4/1/2012
Love Mas and the Berkshires. Culture, scenery, proximity to so many great things but a two person income here of $80,000 is almost poverty. Housing, utilities and lack of good paying jobs are crushing this state. Lived here my whole life but getting too expensive to stay.
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Worst state (commonwealth) to live in - 2/16/2012
MA has horrible weather, horrible cost of living, horrible Politics lean (wayyyy Left, horrible services...the only saving grace of this state is that it is very sports oriented and has some great teams...
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religion - 2/2/2012
I looked up 4 towns in Massachusetts and all had the same religion demongraphics. This isn't correct, obviously.
Any suggestions on how to get this information?
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doctors - 1/4/2012
Mass has the best doctors and best facilities in the nation in terms of health
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Clinton MA - 10/3/2011
Clinton MA is a terrific New England town bordered by Lancaster to the north, Bolton to the northeast, Berlin to the east, Boylston to the south, and Sterling to the west. It was named after the DeWitt Clinton Hotel in New York, a favorite place of the town's founders, Erastus Brigham Bigelow and his brother Horatio.The population in 2010 was 13,606.
If you enjoy the historical appeal of a former mill town you may like Clinton. Clinton became a small industrialized mill town, using the Nashua River as a source for water power. Railroads came to the town to serve this industry, including the Boston, Clinton, Fitchburg and New Bedford Railroad (Fitchburg Branch of the Old Colony Railroad), the Central Massachusetts Railroad, and the Worcester, Nashua and Rochester Railroad (the last two later merged into the Boston and Maine Railroad). By 1890, Clinton was noted for its manufacturing of carpets and woven wire.
The average income here is between 40 and 50,000.
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Housing Expensive - 7/14/2011
For anyone who rents, the average rent is over $1,000 for just a one bedroom apartment. Utilities are not bad but its best if you can find a rental that includes heat and hot water. That will help. Boston is a great walking
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