South Boston

42.3365° N, 71.0349° W

Overview for South Boston, MA

672,814 people live in South Boston, 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

Around South Boston, MA

There's plenty to do around South Boston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

15
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
34
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including El Rinconcito, Katelyn Foley Pilates, and Crossfit On The Hill.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
El Rinconcito Logo
Dining 2.77 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Katelyn Foley Pilates Logo
Active 4.74 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Crossfit On The Hill Logo
Active 4.19 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Jenn Menzer Logo
Active 3.28 miles 12 reviews 5/5 stars
Human Performance Specialist Logo
Active 3.12 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Back Bay Health Logo
Active 3.41 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for South Boston, MA

Population Households Employment

South Boston 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 South Boston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 672,814 people call South Boston home. The population density is 13,918.31 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. 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

0-9: 8.82%

0-9 Years

10-17: 6.91%

10-17 Years

18-24: 14.86%

18-24 Years

25-64: 57.59%

25-64 Years

65-74: 7.04%

65-74 Years

75+: 4.77%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 55289 (14%)
  • High School Degree 86412 (21%)
  • Associate Degree 45578 (11%)
  • Bachelor Degree 129901 (32%)
  • Graduate Degree 89706 (22%)
271,950

Total Households

2.3

Average Household Size

$50,344

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 57,379 (21%)

Without Children: 214,571 (79%)

Marital Status

Married 24%
Single 48%
Divorced 6%
Separated 5%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 5%

White Collar: 95%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 7%
15 to 29 Minutes 15%
30 to 59 Minutes 20%
60+ Minutes 5%

Schools in South Boston, MA

Primary Schools (83)
Middle Schools (9)
High Schools (39)
Mixed Schools (49)
The following schools are within or nearby South Boston. 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.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Clap Elementary School
35 Harvest Street, Dorchester, MA, 02125
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
Channing Elementary School
35 Sunnyside Street, Hyde Park, MA, 02136
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
Holmes Elementary School
40 School Street, Dorchester, MA, 02124
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
0/5
Perry Elementary School
745 E. 7th Street, South Boston, MA, 02127
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
1/5
Hale Elementary School
51 Cedar Street, Roxbury, MA, 02119
PUBLIC
PreK - 6th
3/5
Murphy K-8 School
1 Worrell Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
3/5

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 73343538

$4,500,000

428 East Third Street, Boston, MA 02127
For Sale
MLS® 73315852

$4,500,000

170 W Broadway # 101, Boston, MA 02127
For Sale
MLS® 73332170

$3,999,000

33 A St, Boston, MA 02127
2 Baths 4,545 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 73332545

$3,499,000

377 W 1st St # 9, Boston, MA 02127
3 Beds 4 Baths 4,005 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73353182

$3,299,000

25 Channel Center St Unit: PH106, Boston, MA 02210
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,131 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73338311

$3,200,000

565 East Broadway # 565, Boston, MA 02127
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,812 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73094948

$3,000,000

493-495 E 7th St, Boston, MA 02127
9 Beds 8 Baths 5,668 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73350904

$2,995,000

933 E Broadway, Boston, MA 02127
12 Beds 6 Baths 5,400 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 73334709

$2,875,000

40 Traveler St # 810, Boston, MA 02118
3 Beds 3 Baths 1,823 Sq.Ft.
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