Demographics in Boston, MA

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Boston?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

663,972

Male

319,182

48.1%

Female

344,790

51.9%

Median Age

33.2

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)
White
47.8%
Black
21.5%
Hispanic
18.9%
Asian
10.0%
Two or More
13.2%
Other
7.0%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

38.0%

High School or Higher

50.8%

Foreign Born

27.5%

Veterans

1.9%

Married

29.0%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Boston, MA has a population of 663,972 with a median age of 33.2. The racial makeup is 47.8% White, 18.9% Hispanic, 21.5% Black, 10.0% Asian. About 38.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 27.5%.