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Boston Facts & Information
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| Location |
Coastal Massachusetts |
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| Climate |
Four seasons. Mild/rainy springs, hot sticky
summers, mild falls, and cold snowy winters. |
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| Land Area |
51.9 square miles |
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| Population |
581,616 |
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| Persons Over 65 |
10.4% |
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| Female Persons |
51.9% |
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| Ethnic Groups |
54.5% white, 25.3% black, 0.4% american indian,
7.5% asian |
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| Housing Units |
251,935 |
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| Median Household Income |
$39,629 |
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| Description of Flag |
The flag of Massachusetts has a blue shield
emblazoned with the image of a Native American on a white field.
The flag also has a white star represents Massachusetts as one
of the original thirteen states. Around the shield is a blue
ribbon with the motto:" By the Sword We Seek Peace, but
Peace Only Under Liberty". Above the shield is a arm and
sword. |
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| Massachusetts Flag |
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More Information
 quickfacts.census.gov
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