Education
(Formerly MassReportCards)
MA DataLabs
Using data to drive smarter policy decisions in Massachusetts, Boston, and across the nation.
About Pioneer DataLabs
As part of Pioneer DataLabs, Mass DataLabs complements the national and city labs to provide a unified view of public performance from the state level outward.
MA DataLabs provides interactive dashboards and tools that allow users to explore state and local data on education, spending, public pensions, municipal finances, economic trends, and more. Users can compare towns, track state-level performance, and explore datasets that shape public decisions.
Key Features include:
- Town-to-town comparisons across major indicators
- Statewide dashboards on spending, pensions, education, and the economy
- Access to extensive state and local datasets
- Tools for downloading and analyzing performance metrics
- User-friendly interfaces designed for residents, journalists, and civic leaders
Mass DataLabs advances transparency in the Commonwealth by giving the public clear, accessible information about government performance. The platform strengthens democratic participation by helping residents, taxpayers, and civic organizations evaluate how effectively Massachusetts allocates public resources.
State Government
(Formerly MassOpenBooks)
Municipalities
(Formerly MassAnalysis)
Public Pensions
(Formerly MassPensions)
MBTA
(Formerly MBTAAnalysis)
Taxation
(Formerly MassIRSDataDiscovery)
Economy
Healthcare
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