Just about every three years, MASCO staff release the latest economic impact numbers as they are reported by our members. 

Growth of the LMA, here in our city-wide 213 acres and beyond into the region, continues to swell.

Some facts:

• There are 57,000 employees in the LMA. 
• 29,000 students, of which 64% remain in Massachusetts after graduation.
• We treat 2.3 million patients annually.
• We attract more than $3.1 BILLION in research monies through the NIH and other private and industry funding.
• Our hospitals contribute $177 million in state community benefits, with $13 million to Boston programs alone. 
• Our schools of higher education provide $194 million in scholarships.

These are astounding numbers for the LMA and they only continue to rise. You can view our most recent fact book here (attached as a PDF) or request a hard copy here.