Boston, MA
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Let’s start with the basics: Boston, MA has a population of 654603. What about cost of living in Boston, MA? The median income in Boston, MA is $94,323 and the median home value is $694,238.
Read on to learn more about Boston, MA, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.
Weather in Boston, MA
Average Temperatures
60 high / 42 low
Average Annual Rainfall
48 in
Average Annual Snowfall
60 in
Quick Facts about Boston, Massachusetts
- Median Home Value
- $694,238
- Median Property Tax
- $3,447
- Total Population
- 654,603
- Average Commute
- 29 min
- Median Household Income
- $94,323
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1,810
Map of Boston, MA
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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.
