Town of
Montague
Massachusetts
Phone: 413-863-3200
Town Administrator:
Walter RamseySelect Board:
Christopher Boutwell
Richard Kuklewicz
Matthew Lord
Annual Town Meeting:
May 4, 2024May, 1st Saturday
Municipal Election:
May 21, 2024May, 3rd Tuesday
Demographics
| Population | 8,580 | |
| Population Density | 284 | |
| Registered Voters | 6,553 | |
| Income Per Capita | $25,969 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $120,527 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 61.7% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $252,400 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,100 | |
| Total Households | 3,753 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.24 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $15.65 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $23.78 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $40,514,051 | |
| Total Expenditures | $23,127,831 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $20,546,463 | |
| State Aid | $2,115,609 | |
| Local Receipts | $1,993,582 |
Town Hall
Wants you To KNOW
Montague is an eclectic and vibrant community of 8,580 and has five villages that vary from urban to rural in character. Historical architecture, the arts, and much more. It’s a great place to live or visit!
Governance
| Form of Government | Select Board – Town Meeting | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,775 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Town Administrator | |
| Policy Board | Select Board | |
| Size of Policy Board | 3 | |
| Legislative Body | Representative Town Meeting | |
| Size of Representative Town Meeting | 126 |
Geography
| County | Franklin | |
| Area | 30.2 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 113.1 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Franklin Regional Council of Governments |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
James McGovern
Mass. Senate
Jo Comerford
Mass. House
Natalie Blais