Town of
Hingham
Massachusetts
Phone: 781-741-1400
Town Administrator:
Thomas MayoSelect Board:
Joseph Fisher
Liz Klein
William Ramsey
Annual Town Meeting:
April 22, 2024April, 4th Monday
Municipal Election:
April 27, 2024Saturday following 4th Monday in April
Demographics
| Population | 24,311 | |
| Population Density | 1,095 | |
| Registered Voters | 19,275 | |
| Income Per Capita | $140,318 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $356,733 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 81.9% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $978,800 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,046 | |
| Total Households | 9,230 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.58 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $10 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $10 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $1,117,711,177 | |
| Total Expenditures | $113,535,634 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $95,707,587 | |
| State Aid | $10,475,993 | |
| Local Receipts | $14,623,730 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,001 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 1.501.50% | |
| CPA Exemptions | Low income, first $100,000 - residentialLow income, first $100,000 - residential |
Town Hall
Wants you To KNOW
Founded in 1635, Hingham is a vibrant and historic seaside community located 15 miles south of Boston. Hingham’s downtown is home to a distinctive mix of unique shops, small businesses, historic homes and inviting restaurants.
Governance
| Form of Government | Select Board – Town Meeting | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,635 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Town Administrator | |
| Policy Board | Select Board | |
| Size of Policy Board | 3 | |
| Legislative Body | Open Town Meeting |
Geography
| County | Plymouth | |
| Area | 22.2 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 131.9 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Metropolitan Area Planning Council |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Stephen Lynch
Mass. Senate
Patrick Michael O'Connor
Mass. House
Joan Meschino