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Massachusetts Ranks As A Top State For Lottery Probability

Author Jeff Gorra

If you’ve ever wondered in which state you have the best chances of winning the lottery,  Lottery Critic has detailed that information. The information includes the probability of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions lotteries on the East Coast. It turns out that Massachusetts ranks in the top ten in probability of winning the lottery (Powerball, Mega Ball).

“At LotteryCritic.com, we have analyzed the winning probabilities and ticket sales to gain insights into which states have the highest likelihood of winning the top three prizes,” they state.

The overall results produced some surprising information. Florida has sold the most winning lottery tickets, and Washington DC has sold the fewest winning tickets. In addition, Virginia is the only state that has sold the jackpot in both lotteries.

“Lottery Critic’s analysis suggests that population size and ticket sales volume play a significant role in the number of wins for each state. While individual probabilities of winning vary, the key to enhancing one’s odds lies in participating more frequently, rather than focusing on specific states,” Lottery Critic concludes.

Massachusetts Ranks # 6

In both the Mega Ball, there’s a .000134% chance of scoring the 4 numbers + the Powerball prize in Massachusetts. For the Powerball, your chances are slightly higher at .0011% in getting the 4+ the Powerball prize. With the 5 numbers and the 5 numbers + Powerball, the percentages are harder, but Massachusetts remains the sixth-best state for your chance to win.

As for major lottery winners in Massachusetts, MassLive says, “The two largest lottery prizes won in Massachusetts so far in 2023 were $33 million and $31 million Mega Millions jackpot prizes. The tickets were each sold a week apart.”

Lottery Critic determined that Massachusetts ranks as a top state in probability for winning the lottery based around gathering data specific to each state, and the number of winning tickets sold there. You can check out the full report here.

Massachusetts Has One of the Best Neighborhoods to Live in America

Massachusetts has some great spots to live, and as it turns out, one of those areas is one of the best neighborhoods to live in America.

This is according to a new study reported by Niche. According to the publication, “The Best Places to Live ranking provides a comprehensive assessment of the overall livability of an area. This grade takes into account several key factors of a location, including the quality of local schools, crime rates, housing trends, employment statistics, and access to amenities in an attempt to measure the overall quality of an area.” The two most important factors, according to the states on Niche.com’s website, are the higher education rate and the cost of living grade.”

Niche.com adds, “The same methodology is used to produce the Overall Niche Grade for each ranked place.” They also got statistics mainly from the U.S. Census, and those stats “represent the most recent data available.” What’s nice about this study is that they used actual numbers and facts, instead of just going by reviews or a vibe.

So, which Massachusetts neighborhood is one of the best one to live in America? Check out the top 10 list below. You’ll spot the Massachusetts one on the list. In addition, you’ll see plenty of other good neighborhoods in America to check out on this list. Find the full report here.

  • 10. Great Neck Gardens, Long Island, New York

    Great Neck Gardens is No. 10 on this list. But, it’s also the No. 1 best place to live in New York, according to Niche. It’s a suburb of New York City.

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  • 9. Devon, Pennsylvania

    Devon is the No. 9 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It’s a beloved suburb of Philadelphia.

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  • 8. North Quarter, Florida

    North Quarter is the No. 8 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it’s the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in Orlando.

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  • 7. Cambridgeport, Massachusetts

    Cambridgeport is the No. 7 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it’s the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in the Cambridge area.

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  • 6. City Center, California

    City Center is the No. 6 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. However, it’s the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in the Santa Monica area.

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  • 5. Penn Wynne, Pennsylvania

    Penn Wynne is the No. 5 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it’s the No. 1 best place to retire in all of Pennsylvania.

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  • 4. Hyde Park, Florida

    Hyde Park is the No. 9 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. But, it’s the No. 1 best neighborhood to live in all of Tampa.

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  • 3. Ardmore, Pennsylvania

    Ardmore is the No. 3 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It’s also the No. 2 best suburb to live in America.

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  • 2. Colonial Village, Virginia

    Colonial Village is the No. 2 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It’s also the No. 1 best neighborhoods to live in the Arlington area.

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  • 1. Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania

    Chesterbrook is the No. 1 neighborhood in America to raise family, according to Niche. It’s also the No. 1 best overall place to live in America! It’s a suburb of Philadelphia.

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  • Source

    2024 Best Places to Live in America

    Ranking of Top 100 places to live in U.S. based on crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities.

Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.

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