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Beverly, Massachusetts | City Guide for Travel Healthcare Pros

  • Writer: noordinarypath
    noordinarypath
  • Oct 21
  • 3 min read
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Welcome to Beverly, MA

Located on Massachusetts’ scenic North Shore, Beverly offers coastal charm, historic downtown streets, and easy access to Boston’s healthcare systems and amenities. With beaches, waterfront views, and a slower town vibe, it’s a compelling base for travel nurses who want both proximity to big‑city hospitals and seaside serenity.


💰 Cost of Living

Beverly is significantly above the U.S. average when it comes to cost of living, mainly driven by housing and transportation.

  • Cost of Living Index: ~149 (≈ 49% higher than U.S. average) Areavibes+2ERI Economic Research Institute+2

  • Single adults: ~$3,782/month estimated for essential living. Salary.com

  • Housing costs: Rentals and home values are high—housing index ~117% above U.S. average. Areavibes+1

  • Massachusetts’ state taxes and housing pressures push overall cost even higher.


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🌤️ Weather by Month

Here’s a monthly weather snapshot for Beverly:

Month

Avg High

Avg Low

Description

January

~36°F

~24°F

❄ Cold and snowy Wanderlog

February

~39°F

~25°F

🌬 Cold with wind Time and Date

March

~45°F

~31°F

🌱 Warming, still winter‑lingering Wanderlog

April

~56°F

~41°F

🌼 Early spring Time and Date

May

~66°F

~50°F

☀ Pleasant, greener days Time and Date+1

June

~77°F

~60°F

🌤 Warm and comfortable Time and Date

July

~82°F

~66°F

🔥 Peak summer, warm Weather Spark+1

August

~81°F

~65°F

🌞 Still warm, good beach weather Weather Spark

September

~73°F

~59°F

🍂 Cool evening air, fall beginning Wanderlog

October

~62°F

~48°F

🍁 Crisp, autumn colors Time and Date

November

~52°F

~38°F

🌬 Cooler, move toward winter Time and Date

December

~43°F

~30°F

❄ Winter returns Time and Date

🛏️ Furnished Housing Options


🏨 Extended Stay Hotels


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🚐 RV Parks & Campgrounds


🎉 Things to Do in Beverly

  • Walk the scenic Front Beach or explore the Beverly Harbor.

  • Visit the historic Beverly Depot Building, downtown shops, and cafés along Rantoul Street.

  • Take a short drive to Gordon College campus or enjoy local breweries and waterfront dining.

  • Weekend explore: Salem, Gloucester, or hop into Boston for arts, history, and major

    city culture.




🧳 Nearby Weekend Trips

  • Boston (~30‑40 min commuter rail): Big city museums, galas, pro sports.

  • Gloucester & Cape Ann (~20‑30 min): Crabbing, seaside charm, lobsters.

  • Ipswich & Plum Island (~30 min): Birding, beaches, nature.

  • Martha’s Vineyard/Falmouth: Day trip possibilities (ferry access).



🕒 Summary

Beverly offers travel nurses a unique blend of coastal lifestyle with access to robust healthcare markets. It’s ideal for those who value scenic New England living with a commute option into Boston. Just be prepared for above‑average housing and cost of living.


✅ Coastal town with serious commute links

✅ Strong housing/hospital proximity in Boston metro

✅ Distinct seasons, outdoor options & small‑town feel

📌 Drawback: higher cost of living relative to many travel markets


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Disclosure: The information provided in this guide is what I use to send my travelers and is obtained through ChatGPT, utilizing prompts I frequently use as a travel nurse recruiter. The content is designed to help travelers make informed decisions about potential destinations.

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Kristin Farnsworth
Kristin

As a seasoned travel nurse recruiter, educator, and creator of No Ordinary Path, I help travel nurses confidently navigate their careers and embrace the adventure. What started as a family journey has grown into a mission to support your journey with real tools, honest advice, and personal connection at every step.

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