So, like, the U.S. News & World Report dropped its newest list this week, you know? They ranked cities all over the country based on stuff like education, healthcare, environment, and infrastructure. Four cities in Massachusetts actually made it into the top 250 best places to live in the whole U.S. in 2025. Not too shabby, right?
The big shots at U.S. News chatted with folks from all over to gather data and give each city a score. They looked at things like education quality, healthcare options, how green the environment is, and how good the state infrastructure is. They also factored in housing costs, crime rates, weather, and how long it takes to commute. It’s a whole shebang of factors, you know?
The Bay State cities that made the cut are Newton at #51, Waltham at #224, Somerville at #226, and Brookline at #231. So, if you’re looking to move to Massachusetts, these might be some top picks for ya. And if those aren’t your vibe, there are 15 more cities in the state that U.S. News says are pretty great for living the Massachusetts dream. You’ve got places like Cambridge, Worcester, Quincy, and even Boston on the list. So many options, right?
But wait, there’s more! U.S. News also highlighted the best places to live in each New England state, not just the top 250. So, if you’re eyeing Connecticut, you might wanna check out West Hartford at #19. And if Maine is on your radar, Portland seems like a solid choice. New Hampshire? Nashua and Manchester represent. Rhode Island? Cranston and Warwick are where it’s at. Vermont? Burlington all the way.
So, there you have it, folks. The U.S. News & World Report is dishing out the deets on the best places to live in New England and beyond. Whether you’re into bustling cities or laid-back towns, there’s something for everyone in this neck of the woods. Happy house hunting!
