City of
Amesbury
Massachusetts
Phone: 978-388-8100
Mayor:
Kassandra GoveSelect Board:
Municipal Election:
November 4, 2025Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)
City Council:
Owen Matthew Corcoran
Claudel Frederique
Pamela Gilday
Scott Mandeville
Jessica Redfern
Anthony Rinaldi
Steve Stanganelli
Nicholas Wheeler
Demographics
| Population | 17,269 | |
| Population Density | 1,409 | |
| Registered Voters | 13,673 | |
| Income Per Capita | $42,503 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $173,111 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 67.4% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $435,400 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,464 | |
| Total Households | 7,588 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.23 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $16.34 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $16.34 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $85,038,503 | |
| Total Expenditures | $67,483,448 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $52,569,237 | |
| State Aid | $13,218,331 | |
| Local Receipts | $4,555,000 |
City Hall
Wants you To KNOW
Amesbury is a supportive, close-knit community, where residents are welcoming and businesses are locally owned. With access to the beach, freshly grown food, and a quaint downtown area, Amesbury welcomes people to Make History Here.
Governance
| Form of Government | Mayor – Council | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,668 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Mayor | |
| Legislative Body | City Council | |
| Size of Council | 9 | |
| Length of Mayoral Term (years) | 2 |
Geography
| County | Essex | |
| Area | 12.3 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 73.5 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Merrimack Valley Planning Commission |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Seth Moulton
Mass. Senate
Barry Finegold
Mass. House
Adrianne Ramos
Dawne Shand