Town of
Danvers
Massachusetts
Phone: 978-777-0001
Town Manager:
Steve BarthaSelect Board:
Michael Bean
Daniel Bennett
Maureen Bernard
Dutrochet Djoko
David Mills
Annual Town Meeting:
May 20, 2024May, 3rd Monday
Municipal Election:
May 7, 2024May, 1st Tuesday
Demographics
| Population | 27,898 | |
| Population Density | 2,101 | |
| Registered Voters | 21,650 | |
| Income Per Capita | $53,419 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $230,045 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 70.1% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $589,600 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,862 | |
| Total Households | 11,147 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.43 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $11.75 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $19.98 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $71,187,118 | |
| Total Expenditures | $108,798,291 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $89,739,843 | |
| State Aid | $11,934,671 | |
| Local Receipts | $12,199,095 |
Town Hall
Wants you To KNOW
Danvers is primarily a residential community, with many open space and recreational opportunities, including a vibrant marina, and industrial and commercial activity concentrated along routes 1, 114 and 128 and I-95. Downtown features a variety of retail and dining options.
Governance
| Form of Government | Select Board – Town Meeting | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,775 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Town Manager | |
| Policy Board | Select Board | |
| Size of Policy Board | 5 | |
| Legislative Body | Representative Town Meeting | |
| Size of Representative Town Meeting | 149 |
Geography
| County | Essex | |
| Area | 13.3 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 126.1 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
Sally Kerans