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For sale108 Tri City Road, Somersworth, NH 03878
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH
Boston–Cambridge–Newton is the core of Greater Boston, stretching across eastern Massachusetts into southern New Hampshire. Centered on Boston and the Charles River, the region combines historic neighborhoods, coastal communities, and globally renowned universities and hospitals. Known as the “Cradle of Liberty,” it played a defining role in the American Revolution and remains a major center for biotechnology, health care, finance, engineering, higher education, maritime trade, and innovation.
Recreational Delights
Greater Boston offers beaches, parks, waterways, and four-season outdoor recreation. Boston Common and the Emerald Necklace provide urban green space for walking, running, skating, and relaxation, while the Charles River Esplanade supports rowing, kayaking, cycling, and scenic strolls. Revere Beach, America’s oldest public beach, offers swimming and waterfront recreation, and the Boston Harbor Islands provide opportunities for hiking, camping, boating, and exploring historic sites. The region’s extensive suburban forests, wetlands, rail trails, and conservation areas add hiking and cycling options. Major annual events such as the Boston Marathon and Head of the Charles Regatta turn the region’s streets and waterways into celebrated athletic venues.
Culinary Scene
Greater Boston’s culinary identity blends New England traditions with global influences brought by its universities, immigrant communities, and coastal setting. The North End is celebrated for Italian restaurants, bakeries, espresso, and pastry shops, while Chinatown offers dim sum, noodles, and other Chinese specialties. Cambridge’s Central Square, Harvard Square, and Kendall Square feature eclectic international dining, cafés, craft beverages, and inventive modern restaurants. The Seaport has become a popular destination for contemporary dining, seafood, and waterfront bars. Classic regional fare includes oysters, clams, lobster, and other New England seafood, complemented by neighborhood markets, food halls, farmers markets, and a growing emphasis on local, sustainable ingredients.
Demographics
- The metropolitan area has 4,953,354 residents, with a median age of 39.3—slightly older than the U.S. median of 38.9.
- Median household income is $115,863, substantially above the U.S. median of $80,734, reflecting the region’s concentration of high-skill industries and institutions.
- Greater Boston has sizable Jewish, Catholic, Protestant, immigrant, Asian American, Black, Latino, Irish American, and LGBT communities, contributing to its cultural diversity.
Population
4,953,354
Growth 0.73%
Households
1,940,688
Growth 0.79%
Median Age
39.3
US Median Age 38.9
Median Household Income
$115,863
US Median Household Income $80,734
Radius Metrics Highlights in 3-mile radius
32,384
Total population
9%
5 year population growth projection
500
Vehicles per day on Tri City Road
14,508
Total households
$46,931
Per capita income
| 1 Mile | 3 Miles | 5 Miles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 3,265 | 32,384 | 58,049 |
| 5 year projected total population | 3,595 | 35,341 | 83,470 |
| Total households | 1,374 | 14,508 | 25,454 |
| Current Median Household Income | $104,467 | $88,129 | $92,362 |
| 5 year projected median household income | $153,559 | $110,915 | $117,838 |
| Current Per Capita Income | $54,411 | $46,931 | $48,184 |
| 5 year projected per capita income | $70,843 | $57,036 | $59,365 |
| Median home value | $405,053 | $398,071 | $393,739 |
Sports
American football
New England Patriots
Baseball
Boston Red Sox
Basketball
Boston Celtics
Ice hockey
Boston Bruins
Education
Harvard University
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Boston University
Northeastern University
Entertainment
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
Boston Symphony Hall
Fenway Park
Quality of Life
Greater Boston offers exceptional access to universities, hospitals, cultural institutions, public transit, historic neighborhoods, coastline, and professional opportunities. High incomes and abundant services support a strong quality of life, although housing costs, congestion, winter weather, and regional inequality can be significant challenges.
2022 Population by age
5%
0-4 Years
17%
5-19 Years
7%
20-24 Years
28%
25-44 Years
26%
45-64 Years
17%
65+ Years
Employers
5%
Unemployment rate
Employment sectors
Health Care and Social Assistance
16.45%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
14.35%
Educational Services
12.24%
Retail Trade
9.44%
Manufacturing
9.3%
Finance and Insurance
6.46%
Construction
5.93%
Accommodation and Food Services
5.66%
Public Administration
4.05%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management Services
3.77%
Transportation and Warehousing
3.36%
Information
2.25%
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
2.07%
Other
4.67%