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Massachusetts is a highly rated state in many BestPlaces rankings. It has an excellent education system, ranking 6th in the nation for overall education quality, and 5th for math and reading scores. The state is also known for its low unemployment rate and diverse economy, ranking as the 7th best economy in the US. Additionally, it is home to some of the most successful businesses in the country, with Boston alone having 30 Fortune 500 companies. Massachusetts also offers an ideal lifestyle for its residents, being ranked 4th in quality of life and health care. With all of these factors taken into account, it's no wonder why Massachusetts has been consistently ranked as one of the best states to live in.

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Over 9 years ago

Massachusetts offers exceptional college options from its highly regarded state system to a significant number of private colleges. Massachusetts is home to some  More

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Over 9 years ago

Massachusetts, especially the Boston area, is a great place to live. Well over 50 colleges and universities within a 100 mile radius so the entire region is always  More

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Over 9 years ago

considering moving to fla naplles cape coral more interested in the gulf side would like to spend 225 pros and cons it is so cold here almost may and I have the heat on  More

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