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Best Places To Live, Work, Play In MA: 2025 Recap

Some of the best places to live in the country are towns and cities right here in the Bay State.

MASSACHUSETTS — Some of the best places to live in the country are towns and cities in Massachusetts, according to a handful of national rankings released in 2025 that look at quality-of-life indicators.

There is no single quality that makes a town or city a great place to live. High-quality schools, hospitals and medical facilities, and a robust cultural and dining scene all matter. So do good jobs and places to play and have fun.

Publications such as U.S. News & World Report, Forbes and Fortune and the ratings and review site Niche used different methodologies to compile their lists on the best places to live. Read more about why Massachusetts cities and towns were mentioned.

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Generally speaking, great workplaces are those where employees feel respected and valued, have growth opportunities and competitive salaries, and work–life balance is more than a slogan. Here’s where various Massachusetts employers rank in issues that matter to their workers:

There are also plenty of places to play and relax in Massachusetts, according to lists from publications, review sites and other sources.

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