Back Bay

Back Bay lays claim to some of the most exclusive real estate and coveted shopping destinations in Boston.

Welcome to Back Bay

Back Bay lays claim to some of the most exclusive real estate and coveted shopping destinations in Boston. Explore the haute couture to haute cuisine inside the Prudential Center and along Newbury Street, offering exclusive fashion boutiques and elegant restaurants with world-renowned chefs. Though Back Bay is one of the epicenters of Boston tourism, the crowds feel miles away on peaceful, tree-lined streets like Marlborough and Beacon. Commonwealth Avenue features some of the most elegant townhouses in the city, along with the pedestrian-friendly Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Back Bay is additionally home to the Charles River Esplanade and the historic Boston Public Library. With easy access to public transportation and all the city has to offer, it’s no wonder residents love calling this neighborhood home.
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Overview for Back Bay, MA

672,814 people live in Back Bay, 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

Demographics and Employment Data for Back Bay, MA

Back Bay 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 Back Bay do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 672,814 people call Back Bay 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

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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
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
271,950

Total Households

2.3

Average Household Size

$50,344

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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

Schools in Back Bay, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Back Bay. 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.
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