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Coverage dated September 22, 2026 to September 23, 2026

Most residents think Massachusetts is a great place to live, and also unaffordable

Headline from CommonWealth Beacon

People who are finishing their education are almost twice as likely to consider leaving Massachusetts in the next five years, quantifying a dynamic many have long suspected in a state that welcomes crowds of college students every year.

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  1. CommonWealth Beacon

    Most residents think Massachusetts is a great place to live, and also unaffordable (opens CommonWealth Beacon)

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    People who are finishing their education are almost twice as likely to consider leaving Massachusetts in the next five years, quantifying a dynamic many have long suspected in a state that welcomes crowds of college students every year.

  2. New Boston Post

    Poll: Most Massachusetts Residents Say State Is a Good Place To Live, But Unaffordable (opens New Boston Post)

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    Most Massachusetts residents view the state as a good place to live, but many say high costs make it unaffordable, a new poll found.

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