#4: Boston, MA

Home to the esteemed Harvard College and center point of the American Revolution, Boston is one of the most historic cities in New England. Although the cost of inner-city living is on the rise, Boston is a bastion of New England’s unique assortment of attitudes, accents, and weather patterns. Boston’s strong position in the insurance and financial service industries creates demand for lots of IT workers. Major companies headquartered here include Liberty Mutual, Teradyne, Gillette, and IDG.

Quick Facts

Average Salary for IT Workers: $79,000
Population: 581, 616
High School Graduates: 51.2%
Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 35.6%
Mean Travel Time to Work (in minutes): 28.8
Homeownership Rate: 32.2%

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