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This New England town is surrounded by a wealth of good jobs in Boston, Providence, and the Route 128 tech corridor. That helped insulate Sharon from the worst of the recession and ignited its rapid recovery.
A half-hour train ride from Boston or Providence, this one-time summer resort has the natural beauty of a more remote place. Forty percent remains open space, and the town jewel, Lake Massapoag, offers a place for residents to swim, picnic, and enjoy concerts on Memorial Beach.
Sharon's schools are a big draw for families. So is its diversity. The town has seven synagogues, nine churches, and one of New England's largest Islamic mosques. Nearly 30% of students in public school are nonwhite, and 18% speak a language other than English at home. --Donna Rosato
Money picked the top 100. Now it's your turn: Which town will be our fan favorite? 'Like' your town and it might just make it to No. 1.
| Town | # of Likes |
|---|---|
| 1. Sharon, MA | 11,968 |
| 2. Apex, NC | 10,738 |
| 3. Westford, MA | 6,023 |
| 4. Peachtree City, GA | 5,632 |
| 5. Hillsborough, NJ | 5,329 |
