The bar graph showing the total earnings by top 20 departments in Boston, Massachusetts. The x-axis shows the department name, and the y-axis shows the total earnings in millions of dollars.
The top departments in terms of earnings are the Boston Police Department, Boston Fire Department, and Boston Public Schools Special Education. These departments all provide essential services to the city of Boston, and their high earnings reflect their importance.
Other notable departments with high earnings include the Boston Public Schools Substitute Teachers/Nurses, Boston Facility Management, Boston Transportation, Boston Public Library, Boston Center for Youth and Families, and Public Works Department. These departments also play important roles in the city, and their high earnings reflect their contributions.
The graph shows that there is a significant range in earnings between the top and bottom departments. For example, the Boston Police Department earned over $1.4 billion in 2022, while the Traffic Division earned just over $200 million. This range in earnings reflects the different sizes and budgets of the different departments.
Overall, the graph provides a good overview of the total earnings of the top 20 departments in Boston, Massachusetts. The data shows that the Boston Police Department, Boston Fire Department, and Boston Public Schools Special Education are the top earners, followed by a number of other important departments. The image also shows that there is a significant range in earnings between the top and bottom departments.