Charlestown

Home to a traditionally Irish population mixed with immigrants and young professionals.

Welcome to Charlestown

On the north side of Boston, the Charlestown neighborhood is home to a traditionally Irish population mixed with immigrants and young professionals. It is truly a small, unique community.
 
 

Attractions & Things to Do

You’ll find residents of all ages at the local shops and contemporary restaurants in City Square and along Main Street. The area is also home to Warren Tavern, the oldest tavern in the state, giving this area a unique vibe. Other popular attractions include Bunker Hill Monument and the historic Charlestown Navy Yard, which is now a popular national park featuring stunning views of the Boston skyline.
 

Real Estate

The beautiful residential neighborhood is composed of brick and wood row houses and public housing. In recent years, waterfront condos and apartments have been added to the housing mix. If you have any questions or need help with your home search, contact Rooney Real Estate.

Overview for Charlestown, MA

20,504 people live in Charlestown, where the median age is 34.6 and the average individual income is $77,480.62. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,504

Total Population

34.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$77,480.62

Average individual Income

Around Charlestown, MA

There's plenty to do around Charlestown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

91
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
67
Bikeable
Bike Score
70
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Rolando Amorim-Personal Trainer, Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy, and Lifted Fitness & Performance.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 2.18 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.15 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.08 miles 36 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.91 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.88 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.5 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Charlestown, MA

Charlestown has 9,390 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Charlestown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 20,504 people call Charlestown home. The population density is 15,150.8 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,504

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34.6

Median Age

47.64 / 52.36%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
9,390

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$77,480.62

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Charlestown, MA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Charlestown. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Clarence R Edwards Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
3/5
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