Boston, Accomack County, Virginia facts for kids
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Boston, Virginia
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Location in Accomack County and the state of Virginia.
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 Boston, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Boston, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Virginia |
| County | Accomack |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 454 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584810 |
Boston is a small community in Accomack County, Virginia, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area that the government counts for population, but it is not an official city or town with its own local government.
In the year 2020, about 454 people lived in Boston.
Where is Boston, Virginia?
Boston is located in Accomack County, Virginia. It sits at an elevation of 30 feet (about 9 meters) above sea level. This means it is not very high up.
How Many People Live in Boston?
The population of Boston has changed a bit over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 504 | — | |
| 2020 | 454 | −9.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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In 2010, there were 504 people living in Boston. By 2020, the population had slightly decreased to 454 people.
Who Lives in Boston?
The people living in Boston come from different backgrounds. In 2020, most residents were Black or African American. There was also a growing number of White residents and people of Hispanic or Latino heritage. A small number of people identified as Asian or as having more than one race. This mix of people makes Boston a diverse community.
See also
- In Spanish: Boston (Virginia) para niños
