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Fiscal Year 2027

The Fiscal Year 2027 Budget continues to protect the critical City services our residents and businesses rely on, while fulfilling the City’s commitments as an employer, asset owner, and economic driver.

The $4.9 billion FY 2027 Operating Budget and $4.4 billion FY 2027-2031 Capital Plan reflects Boston's aspirations to be the safest, greenest, and most family-friendly city in the country, as well as its determination to maintain strong fiscal health.

This fiscally responsible budget will ensure the City is prepared for economic uncertainties, while maintaining a well-resourced government that is responsive to the needs of Boston.

As American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds must be fully expended by December 31, 2026, the FY27 Operating Budget and FY27-FY31 Capital Plan include reduced ARPA funds, in comparison to previous years.

FY27 Operating Budget

Operating Budget by Category

  • The FY27 Operating Budget covers day-to-day expenses for the City, including people like teachers, police officers, and firefighters and services like housing, recycling, and transportation.
  • The $4.9 billion FY27 Operating Budget seeks to deliver excellent City services, maintain Boston's status as the safest major city in the country, and promote housing security and affordability. Targeted reductions to both personnel and non-personnel spending will enable the City to meets its obligations and stay nimble in the face of shifting economic and federal dynamics.
The majority of the operating budget (almost 58%) is allocated to Education and Public Safety expenses.

FY27-31 Capital Plan

Capital Budget Expenditures by Category

This pie chart illustrates the investment allocation by category for all projects included in the FY27-31 Capital Plan. Percentages are based on capital funding sources only.
  • The Capital Plan is how the City makes critical improvements to the City's infrastructure and facilities like schools, libraries, parks, fire and police stations, roads, bridges, and civic spaces.
  • The $4.4 billion FY27-31 Capital Plan will maintain and build the cherished public spaces of Boston, including schools, open spaces, community centers, libraries, and safe streets.  This year’s Plan includes new funds to support parks and playgrounds, school renovations, library and community center construction, and roadway infrastructure improvements.

To learn more about the budget, please visit the Operating Budget, Capital Plan, Featured Analyses Pages, and Open Data Portal.

FY27 Annual Operating Budget Growth

Budgetary changes in the FY27 annual operating budget are driven by multiple factors and supported by a moderate increase in revenue. Learn about health benefits, a major influence on this year's budget.

Learn more about the budget

Operating Budget

The operating budget covers the day-to-day expenses required to deliver services to residents. These costs return year after year and include items like staff wages, office supplies and utilities.

Capital Plan

The Capital Plan is how the City constructs, renovates, or makes major improvements to our facilities and infrastructure.

Featured Analyses

Learn about specific funding and initiatives supported by the FY27 budget.

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