Gyms and fitness centers in Suffolk County, MA: how many are there?
Suffolk County, Massachusetts had 128 fitness and recreational sports centers with paid employees in 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's County Business Patterns. Suffolk County ranks 63rd among the 1,305 US counties with data for this category, and 4th of 14 in Massachusetts.
Establishments by number of employees
| Employees | Establishments | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Under 5 employees | 35 | 27.3% |
| 5 to 9 | 24 | 18.8% |
| 10 to 19 | 29 | 22.7% |
| 20 to 49 | 26 | 20.3% |
| 50 to 99 | 6 | 4.7% |
| 100 or more | 8 | 6.3% |
Employment is approximate: the Census Bureau adds statistical noise to protect confidentiality. Establishment counts are not noised.
Where Suffolk County fits in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 1,230 fitness and recreational sports centers with paid employees across 14 counties; Suffolk County has 10.4% of them. Nationally, the total is 39,729.
Other counties in Massachusetts
- Middlesex County337
- Norfolk County171
- Essex County132
- Plymouth County127
- Worcester County115
- Bristol County75
- Barnstable County49
- Hampden County42
Other categories in Suffolk County
- Restaurants and bars2,246
- Hair, nail and barber shops482
- Medical and dental offices480
- Other health practitioner offices301
- Auto repair shops259
- Supermarkets and grocery stores202
- Hotels, motels and lodging133
- Pharmacies and drug stores103
Frequently asked questions
How many fitness and recreational sports centers are there in Suffolk County, MA?
128 establishments with paid employees in 2023, according to Census Bureau County Business Patterns. Businesses with no employees, such as many owner-operated shops, are not counted.
How does Suffolk County compare with other counties?
Suffolk County ranks 63rd among the 1,305 US counties with data for this category, and 4th of 14 in Massachusetts.
How big are fitness and recreational sports centers in Suffolk County?
27% of them have fewer than 5 employees and 31% have 20 or more, based on the number of employees per establishment.
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau, 2023. Only establishments with paid employees are counted (NAICS 713940). Methodology and limits.