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Overview
Ever since baby boomers have started the hunt for ideal retirement locations in the US, retirement homes in Massachusetts have topped the list of preferences of many. These retirement homes for seniors are scattered in various parts of the state, each of which has a unique features, amenities and services. Let us take a closer look at these retirement homes in Massachusetts.
Located in the western part of Massachusetts, the county of Berkshire comprises a cluster of beautiful towns and villages that are located amidst the gorgeous Berkshire Mountains. Adding to this, the outdoor playground, wooded spaces, and small towns and villages collectively make Berkshire a dream place to stay after retirement. Besides, soaking up the peaceful atmosphere, retirees in Massachusetts can enjoy a host of music festivals, watch live music (like jazz, opera, classical or bluegrass), theater and dance performances, and visit art museums. They can also easily reach the major cities of New York and Boston by road, dine at award-winning restaurants, and shop at the antique galleries and other specialty shops.
If you are keen to pursue your passion for outdoor recreation after retirement then Williamstown is one of the best places to retire in Massachusetts. Here you can experience the active lifestyle of rural areas of New England by skiing, biking and hiking on trails that stretch across miles of cross-country and winds through the 2,400 acres of the Hopkins Forest in the neighborhood.
Now we come to the city of Pittsfield. Popularly called the “City of Festivals”, this city is a storehouse of culture which it exhibits in the form of musical and theatrical events all round the year.
Massachusetts - at a Glance
| Population |
Climate |
State Income Tax |
State Sales Tax |
Median Home Price |
| 6,437,193
(US Census Bureau, 2006) |
Humid Continental Climate |
5.3 % |
5 % |
$ 250,000 |
Pros: Despite the fact that prices of real estate are pretty high in Massachusetts, places in Berkshire like Pittsfield and Williamstown offer homes for $150,000 and $275,000 respectively as compared to those in the metropolitan area of Boston or those along the Atlantic Coast.
Cons: Staying in Massachusetts, you would have to withstand harsh weather conditions like thunderstorms during summer, severe storms during winter, and Nor’easters. Tornadoes and Hurricanes are also common to this place. Moreover, you should take notice of the high expenses of day-to-day living in the state.
Cost of Living
The above table shows the percentage fluctuations in expenditures incurred in Massachusetts, as compared to the nation’s average, which is taken as 100%.
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