City of
Lowell
Massachusetts
Phone: 978-674-4400
Mayor and City Councillor:
Dan RourkeCity Manager:
Thomas GoldenSelect Board:
Municipal Election:
November 4, 2025Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)
City Council:
Sokhary Chau
John Descoteaux
Erik Gitschier
John Leahy
Rita Mercier
Vesna Nuon
Corey Robinson
Dan Rourke
Kim Scott
Paul Ratha Yem
Demographics
| Population | 113,994 | |
| Population Density | 8,394 | |
| Registered Voters | 72,580 | |
| Income Per Capita | $25,563 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $99,786 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 43.3% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $362,800 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,466 | |
| Total Households | 42,343 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.60 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $12.42 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $24.36 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $50,885,088 | |
| Total Expenditures | $409,096,719 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $164,432,055 | |
| State Aid | $244,927,183 | |
| Local Receipts | $25,038,424 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,019 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 11.0% | |
| CPA Exemptions | Low income, first $100,000 - residential, commercialLow income, first $100,000 - residential, commercial |
City Hall
Wants you To KNOW
Lowell offers a unique blend of urban amenities and suburban convenience, with the backdrop of remarkable natural beauty. There's a lot to like about Lowell.
Governance
| Form of Government | Council – Manager – Mayor | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,826 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Mayor – Manager | |
| Legislative Body | City Council | |
| Size of Council | 11 | |
| Length of Mayoral Term (years) | 2 |
Geography
| County | Middlesex | |
| Area | 13.6 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 244 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Northern Middlesex Council of Governments |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Lori Trahan
Mass. Senate
Edward J. Kennedy, Jr.
Mass. House
Rodney Elliott
Vanna Howard
Rady Mom