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Massachusetts

Estimated taxes, cost of living, income and housing — scored for the goals that move your money.

Estimated data

Median income

$96.5K

household / year

Avg home price

$590K

~$3,915/mo mortgage

Cost of living

135

100 = US avg

Tax burden

8.5%

income + sales + property

Where Massachusetts ranks

How this state places against all 51 states + DC.

How Massachusetts scores

Wealth building55/100

Income vs cost of living and taxes — how much you keep and grow.

Homeownership24/100

How far the median income goes toward buying a home.

Young professionals73/100

Job market depth, earning power and manageable costs.

Retirement17/100

Low taxes, gentle cost of living and affordable healthcare.

Families18/100

Affordable housing, everyday costs and healthcare.

Affordability8/100

Overall cost of living — how far your dollar stretches.

Cities in Massachusetts

States with a similar cost of living

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State figures are educational estimates and should be verified with current local sources.