Grafton, MA is a small town located in Worcester County. It has an estimated population of around 8,000 people and is considered one of the best places to live in Massachusetts. According to the rankings provided by BestPlaces, Grafton received an overall score of 7.4 out of 10. This included scores of 8.1 for housing, 8.8 for cost of living, 7.7 for employment and 6.9 for crime and safety. Additionally, Grafton was ranked highly for amenities with a score of 8.6 out of 10 and weather with a score of 6 out of 10 due to its location in the northeast region whose weather can be unpredictable at times. All these factors make Grafton an attractive place to live with great amenities and safety making it an ideal choice for those looking to settle down in Massachusetts.
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