Explore the Research Division publications below by keyword, neighborhood, or topic. If you have questions about these documents or are looking for specific information, please review the Frequently Requested Information page. This page features publications covering the most requested economic and demographic data for Boston.
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Gender Pay Inequality
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Dec 03 2024
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Women in Boston comprise about half of Boston's workforce. This presentation examines the gender pay ratio in Boston at two points in time, 2000 and 2022, to shed light on who the pay ratio has changed for, and what factors contribute to its persistence.
Topics: Age, Education, Foreign-born, Gender, Households & Families, Income & Poverty, Labor Market, Language, Race
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Bridging Continents: The African-Born Community in Boston
All Neighborhoods
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Aug 16 2024
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This presentation describes the African-born community in Boston, exploring their origins, geographic distribution, population trends, and demographic and economic profile.
Topics: Age, Education, Foreign-born, Gender, Households & Families, Language, Race
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Contributions of Boston's Foreign-Born 2024
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Jun 28 2024
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Boston's immigrant population has contributed substantially to the city's vibrancy and prosperity. This presentation explores how immigrants have been an essential part of Boston's demography and economy, and what immigration reforms could entail for Boston's future.
Topics: Foreign-born
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Celebrating Caribbean Heritage Month
All Neighborhoods
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Jun 17 2024
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With over 137,000 residents with Caribbean ancestry living in Boston, Caribbeans make important demographic, economic, and cultural contributions to the city. This presentation provides an overview of many characteristics that demonstrate these contributions. A summarizing infographic is available here.
Topics: Age, Education, Foreign-born, Gender, Households & Families, Language, Race
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Exploring Boston Neighborhood Park Usage and Users
All Neighborhoods
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Jun 07 2024
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This presentation, a collaboration between BPDA Research and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, investigates the park usage patterns and user demographics of 3 of Boston's neighborhood parks: Ringer park in Allston, McLaughlin park in Mission Hill, and Ronan park in Dorchester. Further, it considers factors potentially influencing park usage.
Topics: Age, Education, Foreign-born, Gender, Households & Families, Language, Race
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