Jobs & Economy in Quincy

Quincy's economy runs on a real, genuinely distinct finance-and-insurance base relative to this pass's other Massachusetts Tier A markets.

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A real, substantial finance-and-insurance anchor

Finance, insurance, and real estate account for the largest single share of Quincy employment, anchored by State Street Corporation and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, both maintaining a real, substantial presence in the city.

A diversified roster of additional major employers

Boston Scientific, Walmart, Arbella Insurance Group, Boston Financial Data Services, and Jay Cashman Inc. (a construction and development company employing over 1,000) round out Quincy's most prominent employers.

Modest, steady employment growth

Quincy's employment grew approximately 1.82% from 2023 to 2024, reaching approximately 58,700 workers -- a real, steady, if modest, growth pace.

Key takeaways

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-25. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.