I gave the area a cursory look when I was searching for jobs in '06. As I recall, most of the groups I spoke with started WELL below MGMA average for salaries and the area is pretty expensive. I only looked because I used to live in RI/MA/NY and thought returning might be interesting. I decided it wasn't as interesting as I learned that many groups offer extended partnership tracks and low compensation.
My $0.02.
Regards,
PMMD