As we near the millennium, Boston is proving to be as popular as ever. Noted for its concentration of health care facilities, high technology firms, and aspiring students, the city is attracting an increasing number of both visitors and new residents from around the world.

FACTS AND FIGURES

The city at a glance Total Area: 89.63 sq. miles Land Area: 48.42 sq. miles Population (1998): 574,283 Density: 11,860 / sq. mile Incorporated as town: 1630 Incorporated as city: 1822

Profile Current tax and employment information. [ Figures ] Demographics Boston's racial, gender and familial makeup. [ Figures ]

ARTICLES
Boston is growing on a fresh appreciation for city living
The population is expected to top 600,000, altering the demographic makeup and fueling a building boom. [ Article ]

There's no sign the yuppies are taking over
Will every neighborhood in Boston mirror the affluent Back Bay? [ Article ]