Town of
Ashland
Massachusetts
Phone: 508-881-0100
Town Manager:
Michael HerbertSelect Board:
Claudia Bennett
Yolanda Greaves
Makeda Keegan
Brandi Kinsman
Joseph Magnani
Annual Town Meeting:
May 1, 2024May, 1st Wednesday
Municipal Election:
May 21, 2024May, 3rd Tuesday
Demographics
| Population | 18,560 | |
| Population Density | 1,505 | |
| Registered Voters | 12,155 | |
| Income Per Capita | $59,335 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $193,641 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 76.7% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $532,000 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,273 | |
| Total Households | 7,653 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.42 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $13.77 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $13.77 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $81,938,193 | |
| Total Expenditures | $68,004,069 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $53,021,123 | |
| State Aid | $11,869,470 | |
| Local Receipts | $4,349,885 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,002 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 33.0% | |
| CPA Exemptions | Low income, first $100,000 - residentialLow income, first $100,000 - residential |
Town Hall
Wants you To KNOW
The town of Ashland is rich with history, a strong community, and active recreation. Nestled between Boston and Worcester, Ashland is easily accessible for work, travel, and play.
Governance
| Form of Government | Select Board – Town Meeting | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,846 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Town Manager | |
| Policy Board | Select Board | |
| Size of Policy Board | 5 | |
| Legislative Body | Open Town Meeting |
Geography
| County | Middlesex | |
| Area | 12.3 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 82.1 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Metropolitan Area Planning Council |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
James McGovern
Mass. Senate
Karen Spilka
Mass. House
Jack Patrick Lewis