Neighborhood Crime Report
Back Bay
Boston, MA
A-
Crime Score
Very low crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
152
52% above avg
Robbery
106
6% above avg
Burglary
126
26% above avg
Larceny/Theft
138
38% above avg
Vehicle Theft
134
34% above avg
Demographics
$1,876,350
Average Home
$114,597
Average Income
21,060
Population
34.0
Average Age
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Back Bay Details
Back Bay, Boston Crime Information
Boston, MA neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
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Back Bay
Boston, MA
Crime Score: A- – Very low crime
Low
High
21,060
Population
$114,597
Median Income
$1,876,350
Median Home Value
34.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
152
Robbery
106
Burglary
126
Larceny/Theft
138
Vehicle Theft
134
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$1,876,350
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
32.9%
Renter Occupied
67.1%
Cost of Living
↑
77% higher than national average
🏠 Housing
+76%
🛒 Food & Groceries
+63%
🚗 Transportation
+63%
🏥 Healthcare
+36%
💡 Utilities
+43%
Demographics
Education Level
5.0%
High School+
37.8%
Bachelor's+
47.1%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
76.7%
Black/African American
5.3%
Hispanic/Latino
6.8%
Asian
13.1%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
36° / 20°F
Summer (Jul)
82° / 63°F
🌧️
46.6"
Annual Rain
❄️
41.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Back Bay
Back Bay is a neighborhood located in Boston, MA. With a crime score of A-, this area has very low crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 21,060 residents with a median household income of $114,597.
Safety Tips
- Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
- Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
- Report suspicious activity to local authorities