Boston, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Boston, Massachusetts is 663,972 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 24th-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Massachusetts. The median household income is $94,755, the median home value is $710,400, and the median age is 33.2.
The population has grown 8.4% since 2010 (621,048 → 673,458).
663,972
Population
13735
People / sq mi
$94,755
Median Income
$710,400
Median Home Value
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Boston covers 48.3 sq mi of land at 13735 people per square mile.
About Boston, MA
Boston stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 13,735 people per square mile. Boston is a city in Massachusetts with a population of 663,972. It is the #1-largest of all cities in Massachusetts nationally.
Median household income is $94,755, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 11.7%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $710,400, with typical rent around $2,093.
About 54.1% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. A solid 18.8% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Boston: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Boston city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Boston city had a population of 621,048 in 2010 and 673,458 in 2024, a 8.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 692,600 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.59%.
673,458
Population (2024)
621,048
Population (2010)
692,600
Peak (2019)
0.59%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 621,048 |
| 2011 | 630,505 |
| 2012 | 642,955 |
| 2013 | 653,002 |
| 2014 | 662,855 |
| 2015 | 670,491 |
| 2016 | 679,848 |
| 2017 | 687,788 |
| 2018 | 691,147 |
| 2019 | 692,600 |
| 2020 | 675,522 |
| 2021 | 658,581 |
| 2022 | 660,080 |
| 2023 | 664,603 |
| 2024 | 673,458 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 47.8% |
| Black or African American | 21.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$94,755
Median Household Income
$60,001
Per Capita Income
11.7%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$710,400
Median Home Value
$2,093
Median Rent
35.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
54.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
24.0%
Drive Alone
34.1%
Public Transit
18.8%
Work From Home
30.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.3%
Foreign Born
64.8%
Non-English at Home
2.2%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
97.0%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.7% |
| Information | 9.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Manufacturing | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Construction | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Common questions about Boston, MA
Frequently Asked Questions
Boston, Massachusetts has a population of 663,972 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 24th-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Boston, Massachusetts is $94,755, with 11.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Boston, Massachusetts is $710,400, with median monthly rent at $2,093 and a homeownership rate of 35.4%.
The median age in Boston, Massachusetts is 33.2 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 8.4% since 2010 (621,048 → 673,458).
Boston city, MA Climate
Boston city, MA has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F) and receives about 1121 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.3°C
Avg Temp
1121
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 101 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 86 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 102 mm |
| April | 9° / 47° | 95 mm |
| May | 15° / 58° | 85 mm |
| June | 20° / 67° | 87 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 82 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 91 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 91 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 97 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 104 mm |
| December | 0° / 33° | 100 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Boston city, MA
The most comfortable months to visit Boston city, MA are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.