Boston

Overview for Boston, MA

672,814 people live in Boston, where the median age is 32.6 and the average individual income is $50,344. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

672,814

Total Population

32.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,344

Average individual Income

Around Boston, MA

There's plenty to do around Boston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

15
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
34
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Alba Produce, West Elm Variety, and Chattermark Distillers.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Alba Produce Logo
Dining 2.94 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
West Elm Variety Logo
Dining · $ 3.92 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Chattermark Distillers Logo
Dining 3.9 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
The Embody School Logo
Active 4.11 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Lifted Fitness & Performance Logo
Active 1.17 miles 40 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.96 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Boston, MA

Population Households Employment

Boston has 271,950 households, with an average household size of 2.3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Boston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 672,814 people call Boston home. The population density is 13,918.31 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

672,814

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

32.6

Median Age

48.01 / 51.99%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
271,950

Total Households

2.3

Average Household Size

$50,344

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Boston, MA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Boston. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating

Browse Properties in the Area

For Sale
MLS® 73278159

$4,999,999

34.5 Beacon St # 3S, Boston, MA 02108
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,702 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73208531

$4,995,000

83 Mount Vernon # 1, Boston, MA 02108
3 Beds 4 Baths 3,096 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73294103

$4,995,000

66 Mount Vernon St # 2, Boston, MA 02108
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,888 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73201601

$4,990,000

100 Belvidere St # 4G, Boston, MA 02199
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,654 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73233980

$4,990,000

183 Commonwealth Avenue # 4, Boston, MA 02116
2 Beds 3 Baths 2,539 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73078296

$4,800,000

240 Devonshire Street # 4302, Boston, MA 02110
2 Beds 3 Baths 2,212 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73294222

$4,799,000

150 Seaport Blvd # 20F, Boston, MA 02210
2 Beds 3 Baths 1,975 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73265270

$4,750,000

49 Melcher St Unit: PH501, Boston, MA 02210
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,964 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73048972

$4,750,000

804 East Seventh, Boston, MA 02127
9 Beds 18 Baths 32,000 Sq.Ft.

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