Westborough CDP, MA is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Worcester County, Massachusetts. Westborough ranks highly according to BestPlaces for its livability and amenities. It has an overall score of 65 out of 100 which makes it one of the best places to live in Massachusetts. Westborough ranks high for its low crime rate, job opportunities, good schools and housing affordability. The median home price in Westborough is $403,400 which is lower than the state average of $503,400. Its unemployment rate is 3.3% compared to the state's 4.7%. Westborough also has a low crime rate with just 1 violent crimes per 1000 people per year compared to the Massachusetts average of 2 per 1000 people per year. Additionally, Westborough has plenty of job opportunities with many businesses operating from within its boundaries and others nearby providing ample employment opportunities for those living in and around the area. Finally, education in Westborough is well above average with most schools receiving an A or B rating from Great Schools website which rates public schools throughout America on various criteria such as test scores and student teacher ratios. In conclusion, Westborough is an excellent place to live due to its high ranking on BestPlaces factors such as crime rate, job opportunities, affordable housing and good schools.
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