Boston
Boston has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $39,629. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 24%. Median home value is $210,100. At a median age of 31.1, residents skew younger than the country as a whole. Despite a median home value of $210,100, the poverty rate sits 57% above the US average — a pattern often seen in resort and college towns.
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How many people live in Boston, Massachusetts?
Boston, Massachusetts has about 589,141 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Boston, Massachusetts?
The typical household in Boston, Massachusetts earns about $39,629 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Boston, Massachusetts expensive?
In Boston, Massachusetts, the median home is worth about $210,100, and the typical rent is about $803 a month.
How educated are people in Boston, Massachusetts?
About 35.6% of adults age 25 and over in Boston, Massachusetts hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Boston, Massachusetts?
About 19.5% of people in Boston, Massachusetts live below the federal poverty line.
Has Boston, Massachusetts grown since 1990?
Yes, Boston, Massachusetts has grown since 1990. The population has added about 14,858 residents, a change of about 3 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024