Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Overview
Target stands as a notable retail store in Cambridge, Massachusetts, providing services and access to a diverse set of nearby communities. The surrounding region depends on destinations like this one to meet daily needs, and the 30-minute driving radius captures the practical extent of that relationship. The following analysis examines the demographic landscape within reach.
Population catchment
An estimated 1,905,920 people live within 30 minutes of Target, distributed among 20 incorporated communities. Boston is the population center of the area with 675,647 residents, representing 35% of the overall catchment. Beyond Boston, the next most populous communities are Cambridge at 118,403 and Quincy at 101,636, reflecting additional population depth in the region. This population base reflects the density and reach of the area served by this retail store.
Regional dependence
Smaller communities in the area often depend on the services and infrastructure concentrated near Boston and Target. 7 of the 20 communities in this catchment have populations under 50,000, suggesting that residents of these towns regularly travel to larger population centers for shopping, healthcare, and employment. This pattern of regional dependence is common across Massachusetts, where smaller incorporated places rely on nearby anchors for essential services.
Geographic interpretation
The catchment area around Target exhibits predominantly urban characteristics. Several communities in the catchment surpass 50,000 people, pointing to a well-developed urban or suburban area with established infrastructure. The population distribution, with Boston serving as the primary anchor, suggests a concentrated settlement pattern where most residents are concentrated in a few larger communities. At a median of 62,688 residents, most communities within the 30-minute radius are substantially smaller compared to the leading population center. This geographic profile shapes the way residents interact with regional destinations and services.
Identifiers: city · CDP
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston (city), MA | 675,647 |
| 2 | Cambridge (city), MA | 118,403 |
| 3 | Quincy (city), MA | 101,636 |
| 4 | Lynn (city), MA | 101,253 |
| 5 | Newton (city), MA | 88,923 |
| 6 | Somerville (city), MA | 81,045 |
| 7 | Framingham (city), MA | 72,362 |
| 8 | Malden (city), MA | 66,263 |
| 9 | Waltham (city), MA | 65,218 |
| 10 | Brookline (CDP), MA | 63,191 |
| 11 | Revere (city), MA | 62,186 |
| 12 | Medford (city), MA | 59,659 |
| 13 | Peabody (city), MA | 54,481 |
| 14 | Everett (city), MA | 49,075 |
| 15 | Arlington (CDP), MA | 46,308 |
| 16 | Salem (city), MA | 44,480 |
| 17 | Woburn (city), MA | 40,876 |
| 18 | Chelsea (city), MA | 40,787 |
| 19 | Braintree Town (city), MA | 39,143 |
| 20 | Randolph Town (city), MA | 34,984 |
Overview
Target stands as a notable retail store in Cambridge, Massachusetts, providing services and access to a diverse set of nearby communities. The surrounding region depends on destinations like this one to meet daily needs, and the 30-minute driving radius captures the practical extent of that relationship. The following analysis examines the demographic landscape within reach.
Population catchment
An estimated 1,928,373 people live within 30 minutes of Target, distributed among 20 incorporated communities. Boston is the population center of the area with 675,647 residents, representing 35% of the overall catchment. Beyond Boston, the next most populous communities are Cambridge at 118,403 and Quincy at 101,636, reflecting additional population depth in the region. This population base reflects the density and reach of the area served by this retail store.
Regional dependence
Smaller communities in the area often depend on the services and infrastructure concentrated near Boston and Target. 6 of the 20 communities in this catchment have populations under 50,000, suggesting that residents of these towns regularly travel to larger population centers for shopping, healthcare, and employment. This pattern of regional dependence is common across Massachusetts, where smaller incorporated places rely on nearby anchors for essential services.
Geographic interpretation
The catchment area around Target exhibits predominantly urban characteristics. The presence of 14 communities above 50,000 residents reflects a mature metropolitan or suburban region with concentrated population. The population distribution, with Boston serving as the primary anchor, suggests a concentrated settlement pattern where most residents are concentrated in a few larger communities. At a median of 62,688 residents, most communities within the 30-minute radius are substantially smaller compared to the leading population center. This geographic profile shapes the way residents interact with regional destinations and services.
Identifiers: city · CDP
| Rank | Community | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston (city), MA | 675,647 |
| 2 | Cambridge (city), MA | 118,403 |
| 3 | Quincy (city), MA | 101,636 |
| 4 | Lynn (city), MA | 101,253 |
| 5 | Newton (city), MA | 88,923 |
| 6 | Somerville (city), MA | 81,045 |
| 7 | Framingham (city), MA | 72,362 |
| 8 | Malden (city), MA | 66,263 |
| 9 | Waltham (city), MA | 65,218 |
| 10 | Brookline (CDP), MA | 63,191 |
| 11 | Revere (city), MA | 62,186 |
| 12 | Medford (city), MA | 59,659 |
| 13 | Weymouth Town (city), MA | 57,437 |
| 14 | Peabody (city), MA | 54,481 |
| 15 | Everett (city), MA | 49,075 |
| 16 | Arlington (CDP), MA | 46,308 |
| 17 | Salem (city), MA | 44,480 |
| 18 | Woburn (city), MA | 40,876 |
| 19 | Chelsea (city), MA | 40,787 |
| 20 | Braintree Town (city), MA | 39,143 |