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MA Named Best State To Live In, New Study Says: Here's Why
From the best schools in the nation to some of the highest incomes, several Northeast states are among the best places to live, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2025 list of "Best States to Live In" on Monday, Aug. 11. The study ranked all 50 states using 51 measures of livability, from housing affordability and income growth to education, health, and safety.
Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said it's important to look beyond just economic factors.
"When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing prices, and…
MA Ranked Best State For Women, New Study Says: Here's Why
Women in several Northeast states have some of the best opportunities in the country, according to a new study.
WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst States for Women on Monday, Mar. 3. The study's release also ties into International Women's Day, which is on Saturday, Mar. 8.
All 50 states and Washington, DC, were rated across 25 key metrics. The statistics measured economic opportunities, healthcare quality, and safety for women.
The findings highlight stark disparities nationwide, with some states offering significantly better conditions for women than othe…
MA Leads Nation In Women’s Healthcare In New Study: Here’s Why
Several northeast states are among the best in the nation for women’s health, leading in healthcare access, affordability, and safety, a new study said.
Massachusetts was ranked as the best state for women’s health in 2025, according to a study released by SmileHub on Tuesday, Feb. 4. The Bay State finished narrowly ahead of second-place Hawaii, while Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey rounded out the top five.
The report evaluated all 50 states using 18 key metrics, including maternal mortality rates, hospital quality, and the cost of medical care. The findings highlight major disp…
Great Services, High Prices: How MA Ranks For Retirement In New Study
Northeast and mid-Atlantic states had mixed results in a new study on the best states for retirement, balancing affordability challenges with strong quality-of-life and healthcare options.
WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best and Worst States to Retire on Monday, Jan. 27. Florida claimed the No. 1 spot, followed by Minnesota, Colorado, Wyoming, and South Dakota in the top five.
The study ranked every state based on 46 retirement-related factors including affordability, quality of life, and healthcare access.
"Retirement is supposed to be relaxing, but it can al…
