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Congratulations Massachusetts! You are THE BEST state to live in, in 2022

If you live in Massachusetts, congratulations. You are living in the BEST STATE IN AMERICA! This is according to WalletHub.com and for the year 2022. Before we give you the…

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If you live in Massachusetts, congratulations. You are living in the BEST STATE IN AMERICA! This is according to WalletHub.com and for the year 2022. Before we give you the top states, let's look at what exactly WalletHub looks at to determine the best state to live in.

The top three factors on the list: cost of living with job opportunities, quality of education and safety. Other factors: recreation, attractions and weather. Quality of life is also a factor. Not included on the list, but maybe should be. The Best Places in Massachusetts for a Cup of Chowdah.

As far as Massachusetts and its score, the overall rank was a 62.65. As far as affordability however, it did come in #44. Economy, MA is 10th. Education and Health, MA is #1. Quality of life, MA is #6. Safety, MA is #4. Let's take a look at the top #15 of Best States to Live in according to WalletHub.com. Take a look at the complete list of the best state to live in HERE.

On a personal note, here are some of the reasons I love living in Massachusetts. There are so many incredible options for dining out. Whether you're in a small town, or in the City of Boston, there's always somewhere new and exciting to try. Massachusetts also has THE BEST sports teams! It's easy to get around. And you know I have to mention the Encore Casino!

#15 Illinois

Illinois received a total score of 55.47. The highest it ranked on the list was #4 for Quality of Life.
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#14 Pennsylvania

PA received a total score of 56.42. The highest it ranked on the list was #3 for Quality of Life. 

#13 Utah

Utah received a total score of 56.84. The highest it ranked on the list was #2 for Economy.

#12 Vermont

Vermont got a total score of 57.52. The highest it ranked on the list was #2 for Education and Health.

#11 Maine

Maine received a total score of 57.55. The highest it scored in rank was #7 for Education and Health. 

#10 Wisconsin

Wisconsin received a total score of 57.92.  The highest it scored in rank was #10 in Quality of Life.

#9 Minnesota

Minnesota received a total score of 57.99. The highest it ranked was #8 in Quality of Life.

#8 Wyoming

Wyoming recived a total score of 58.00.  The highest it ranked was #3 for Safety.

#7 Florida

FL received a total score of 58.07.  It ranked highest in Economy at #6. 

#6 New Hampshire

NH received a total score of 58.25. It ranked highest in Safety coming in at #5.

#5 Virginia

Virginia received a total score of 58.73. It ranked highest in Safety coming in at #11. 

#4 Idaho

Coming in with a total score of 58.73. Idaho ranked highest in Safety at #6.

#3 New York

New York has a total score of 60.64. It ranked highest in Quality of Life coming in at #1.

#2 New Jersey

NJ received a total score of 62.01. It ranked highest in Safety coming in at #1.

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A 29 year radio veteran, Melissa has made notable media appearances including serving as a judge and correspondent on the Emmy Award-winning TV show Community Auditions, Phantom Gourmet, Chronicle and many more. Additionally, Melissa won a Gracie Award in 2019 for her work as Co-Host of The GetUp Crew with Ramiro, Pebbles, Melissa & Leroy. She volunteered coaching cheerleading for 20 years. Melissa is a social influencer who creates videos promoting area businesses, movies, concerts and other lifestyle events.