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Lexington

Massachusetts · Boston Metro
Strong DanceColdMid Cost
84
/ 100 match score

Historic town (Battle of Lexington 1775) with nationally top-ranked schools and very low crime. Lexington High School produces an extraordinary share of National Merit Scholars. Strong intellectual and family community.

Match Score Breakdown
Cost of Living
13/20
Family Safety
20/20
State Tax Burden
6/10
Healthcare Quality
20/20
Dance Training
9/12
Musical Theater
6/8
Career / Remote
10/10
Financial Snapshot at $360K Income
State income tax
5.0%
$18,000/yr
Est. after-tax income
$249,175
incl. FICA + federal
Annual living costs
$108,000
$84,000–$132,000 range
Annual surplus
+$141,175
King: 2.3×
Rent: 3BR family home
$2,800–$4,200/mo
Median SFH purchase price
$900,000
Dance Training
Boston Ballet accessible 18 min. Lexington has several strong dance studios and a community that prioritizes performing arts investment. Minute Man Regional High School performing arts are serious.
Healthcare
Lahey Hospital & Medical Center (Burlington, 10 min) is a top-20 hospital nationally. Full Boston medical system accessible. Excellent primary care saturation.
Career & Remote Work
MA income tax 5%. Route 128 tech corridor directly accessible. Raytheon Intelligence & Space HQ in Waltham nearby. Strong biotech and defense tech ecosystem.
Musical Theater
Strong
Strong local MT studio culture in the Lexington-Arlington-Belmont corridor with multiple competition-active programs. Lexington High School drama is well-funded with serious production values. Active New England competition circuit with consistent participation from Lexington-area students. Good access to Boston professional instruction community. The Boston market overall produces strong BFA candidates and Lexington families participate fully in that ecosystem.
Safety
Violent crime rate:60 per 100KVery Safe

US national average: ~370/100K. Lower suburbs are typically 50–80% safer than city-wide averages shown.

Pros
  • +Top-ranked schools nationally
  • +Historic community with strong identity
  • +Boston Ballet accessible
  • +Route 128 tech corridor
  • +Low crime
Cons
  • −MA income tax 5%
  • −Very expensive housing
  • −Cold winters
  • −High property taxes
  • −Traffic on 128/2 interchange
Quick Stats
School rating
10/10
Healthcare rating
9/10
Tech job market
excellent
Remote friendly
Yes

Financial estimates assume $360K gross income: FICA 7.65% + rough federal bracket + state rate shown. Does not include city income taxes, municipal taxes, or deductions. Actual tax liability varies. Consult a CPA.