Massachusetts
The 3 Most Affordable Places to Live in Massachusetts for 2024
It’s quite clear that folks from different walks of life enjoy visiting and moving to Massachusetts. If you’re looking for a top state to raise a family, Massachusetts checks that box. If you are looking for a state with a sound education, Massachusetts checks that box. If you are looking for a state that has areas of beautiful mountains and wide open spaces along with the downtown hustle and bustle spotlighting live music, art, and high-tech jobs, Massachusetts checks those boxes as well.
Where are the Most Adorable Places to Live in Massachusetts?
If you’re thinking of moving to Massachusetts but are looking for some of the most affordable towns and cities to live in (and who isn’t), you’ve come to the right place. Houzeo.com recently released a study analyzing the 7 Cheapest Places to Live in Massachusetts in 2024 According to the site, the analysis weighed several factors, including median household income, median home value, population, unemployment rate, and poverty rate. Below are the top three most affordable places to live in Massachusetts according to Houzeo.com.
The City of Pittsfield comes in at the number three position
- Cost of Living Compared to National Average: 4.1%
- Median Home Price: $280,035
- Median Rent: $1,454
- Known For: The Colonial Theater
Houzeo Says:
With rental costs below the national average, Pittsfield stands as one of the most affordable cities to live in Massachusetts. The house rent price is between $700 – $2,400.
The City of Springfield comes in at the number two position
- Cost of Living Compared to National Average: 3.8%
- Median Home Price: $260,848
- Median Rent: $1,600
- Known For: Springfield Armory National Historic Site
Houzeo Says:
Springfield is one of the most budget-friendly rental destinations in Massachusetts with an average home rent ranging from $905 – $5,000. It also offers affordable healthcare which is 8.7% lower than the national average.
The City of North Adams takes the top spot in the site’s study.
- Cost of Living Compared to National Average: 4.1%
- Median Home Price: $228,540
- Median Rent: $1,400
- Known For: Natural Bridge State Park
Houzeo Says:
North Adams is an affordable place to live in Massachusetts. Its median house rent ranges from $850 – $1,690. It also offers very affordable transportation which is 27.4% lower than the national average.
You can review the remaining areas that made the list by going here.
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Fire broke out at an apartment building in North Attleborough, Massachusetts, on Monday afternoon, sending a column of smoke high into the air.
NBC affiliate WJAR-TV reports the smoke was visible from miles away from the building on Juniper Road.
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Life Care Center of Raynham has received a deficiency‑free inspection result from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, a distinction awarded to a small share of the state’s licensed nursing homes, according to a community announcement.
The inspection was conducted as part of the state’s routine, unannounced nursing home survey process overseen by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. These comprehensive, multi‑day inspections evaluate multiple aspects of facility operations, including staffing levels, quality of care, medication management, cleanliness, food service and resident rights.
State survey records show that Life Care Center of Raynham met required standards during its most recent standard survey, with no deficiencies cited, based on publicly available state data.
The announcement states that fewer than 8% of Massachusetts nursing homes achieve deficiency‑free survey results. That figure could not be independently verified through state or federal data and is attributed to the announcement.
In addition to the state survey outcome, the facility is listed as a five‑star provider for quality measures on the federal Medicare Care Compare website. The five‑star quality measure rating reflects above‑average performance compared with other nursing homes nationwide, according to federal rating methodology.
Officials said the inspection results reflect ongoing compliance with state and federal standards designed to protect resident health and safety. According to the announcement, the outcome is attributed to staff performance and internal quality practices.
This story was created by Dave DeMille, ddemille@gannett.com, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct.
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