Is Massachusetts considered an expensive or affordable state?

[BaileyRalphe]

Is Massachusetts actually expensive to live in, or is it still possible to find affordable places around the state? I’m curious how pricey daily life really is there.

 

[Pablo Escobar]

Massachusetts is generally considered expensive, with high housing, healthcare, and living costs—especially in Boston. Some smaller cities and rural areas are more affordable, but overall the state ranks among the pricier ones.

 

[Robert willliam]

Massachusetts is regarded as a very pricey state, as it has a living cost index that is way above the national average. Besides, the state is always included in the top list of the ones with the highest living costs and very often takes second place only to Hawaii because of such factors as expensive housing.

 

[lucas]

Massachusetts is generally considered an expensive state, mainly due to high housing, healthcare, and living costs, especially in and around Boston.

 

[Emly]

Massachusetts is generally considered an expensive state. The cost of living—especially housing, groceries, and healthcare—is higher than the U.S. average, with cities like Boston ranking among the priciest in the country.