City of
Beverly
Massachusetts
Phone: 978-921-6000
Mayor:
Michael CahillSelect Board:
Municipal Election:
November 4, 2025Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)
City Council:
Hannah Bowen
Steven Crowley
Kathleen Feldman
Matthew St. Hilaire
Scott Houseman
Todd Rotondo
Danielle Spang
Brendan Sweeney
Demographics
| Population | 42,446 | |
| Population Density | 2,813 | |
| Registered Voters | 30,385 | |
| Income Per Capita | $53,934 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $211,352 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 60.1% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $569,300 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,622 | |
| Total Households | 16,909 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.31 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $11.26 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $22.07 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $76,937,693 | |
| Total Expenditures | $127,169,279 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $119,417,893 | |
| State Aid | $21,212,189 | |
| Local Receipts | $10,301,283 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,012 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 11.0% | |
| CPA Exemptions | Low income, first $100,000 - residentialLow income, first $100,000 - residential |
City Hall
Wants you To KNOW
The “Garden City” is a bustling community with a diverse population and many public parks, gardens and beaches. The maritime and shoe industries have been replaced by technology firms, small manufacturing, restaurants and shops. Commuter trains provide convenient access to Boston.
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 | 15.1 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 153.2 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Metropolitan Area Planning Council |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Seth Moulton
Mass. Senate
Joan Lovely
Mass. House
Jerald Parisella