Despite being one of the oldest states in the country, Massachusetts is always inventing itself and continues to draw new residents and new businesses each year. According to a study done by NerdWallet to determine the top 10 cities on the rise throughout Massachusetts, Newton ranks in third with a 66.2% overall growth score from 2009-2012. With the indication that these numbers will steadily increase, it is believed that Newton will continue to grow and add new residents and businesses throughout the coming years. Commercial real estate agents will continue to stay active as an increase in businesses throughout the area will begin looking for Newton and Needham Office space.