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Research Publications

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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Boston's Industrial Spaces

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Feb 01 2002 Publication Date

Industrial land and building spaces in Boston and its neighborhoods.


Topics: Real Estate & Development
Manufacturing in Boston 2002

N/A Neighborhoods

Jan 01 2002 Publication Date

Manufacturing product types and locations in Boston and its neighborhoods.


Topics: Industry Profiles
Technology Factsheet

N/A Neighborhoods

Dec 01 2001 Publication Date

Technology Factsheet


Topics: Industry Profiles
The Largest Private Employers in Boston 2001

N/A Neighborhoods

Aug 01 2001 Publication Date

Lists the largest private employers in Boston in 2001.


Topics: Industry Profiles, Labor Market
A Strong Economy and Housing

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Jul 01 2001 Publication Date

Discusses the Economic Development and Housing Legislation Proposed by the City of Boston and the Boston Redevelopment Authority in the 2001-2002 Legislative Session.


Topics: Real Estate & Development
Hot Hotel Market

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Jun 01 2001 Publication Date

Boston's hotel market is as strong as it has ever been. More hotels are in the pipeline and demand will remain strong once the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center opens.


Topics: Industry Profiles
Health and Medical Factsheet

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Jun 01 2001 Publication Date

Health and Medical Factsheet


Topics: Industry Profiles
Boston Economy 2002

N/A Neighborhoods

Jun 01 2001 Publication Date

A comprehensive view of Boston's economy and its continued strength in the face of a national recession. Uses a variety of city, state, federal and private data sources.


Topics: Income & Poverty, Industry Profiles, Labor Market, Real Estate & Development
Boston's Unemployment is Lowest Ever Measured

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Mar 01 2001 Publication Date

Boston’s Unemployment is Lowest Ever Measured--Record unemployment rate leads to full employment economy.


Topics: Income & Poverty, Labor Market
New Century Begins with Building Boom

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Jan 01 2001 Publication Date

New Century Begins with Building Boom--90s End with Strong Development in Many Sectors.


Topics: Real Estate & Development