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Massachusetts Leads in Child Health Care Rankings for 2026

4/10/2026

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Massachusetts remains WalletHub's top state for children's health care in 2026 due to low uninsured rates and low child mortality.
Connecticut rose to third place, noted for child safety and health care quality.
New Jersey and Pennsylvania fell to sixth and seventh, despite strong nutrition and access metrics.
In the Tri-State area, 18-year child-rearing costs average $303,418, and New York proposes a $110 million Child Care Construction Fund.

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Massachusetts remains WalletHub's top state for children's health care in 2026 due to low uninsured rates and low child mortality.
Connecticut rose to third place, noted for child safety and health care quality.
New Jersey and Pennsylvania fell to sixth and seventh, despite strong nutrition and access metrics.
In the Tri-State area, 18-year child-rearing costs average $303,418, and New York proposes a $110 million Child Care Construction Fund.