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East Providence, RI vs Boston, MA

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Highlights
- There are 554 physicians per 100,000 people in Boston.
- There are 271 physicians per 100,000 people in East Providence.
- The US average is 210 physicians per 100,000 people.
 East Providence, RIBoston, MAUnited States
 Air Quality (100=best)  Unlock43.358.4
 Water Quality (100=best)53  Unlock55
 Superfund Sites (100=best)  Unlock95.986.9
 Physicians per Cap.271  Unlock210
 Health Cost  Unlock83100
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Reviews for East Providence    3 Reviews

Rhode Island sometimes escape the more harsh weather that hammers New England, but as is typical of the region, be ready for  More

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Over 17 years ago

It's a small town and it's about who you know. Very ethnic in a very enjoyable way. There are great bakeries, great little stores, parades, feasts...nice  More

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East Providence is close enough to Providence that you're able to reap the benefits of arts and culture , but far enough away to be out of the hustle and bustle. East  More

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Reviews for Boston    122 Reviews

Over 2 years ago

health care in the country, plenty of jobs, gorgeous architecture, cool neighborhoods, lots of great restaurants, and always something to do. The beautiful coast, the  More

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I've lived in/near Boston my whole life almost. It has many pros such as a big city feel, extremely safe, reliable train transportation, great food. However any pro  More

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I moved to MA from the country of Georgia in eastern Europe. Then traveled quite a bit in the U.S. Boston definitely has its own flavor. Suburbs offer okay schools,  More

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