City of
Newburyport
Massachusetts
Phone: 978-465-4413
Mayor:
Sean ReardonSelect Board:
Municipal Election:
November 4, 2025Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)
City Council:
Ed Cameron
Jennie Donahue
Heath Granas
Afroz Khan
Byron Lane
James McCauley
Constance Preston
Heather Shand
Mark Wright
Sharif Zeid
Demographics
| Population | 18,295 | |
| Population Density | 2,191 | |
| Registered Voters | 15,852 | |
| Income Per Capita | $74,538 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $309,169 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 77% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $737,200 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,426 | |
| Total Households | 7,591 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.38 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $10.74 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $10.74 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $89,208,920 | |
| Total Expenditures | $77,450,517 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $65,683,218 | |
| State Aid | $8,723,216 | |
| Local Receipts | $5,838,000 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,002 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 22.0% | |
| CPA Exemptions | Low income, first $100,000 - residentialLow income, first $100,000 - residential |
City Hall
Wants you To KNOW
With our rich maritime history, 26 parks, vibrant shopping and dining district, bountiful arts and culture offerings, and beautiful setting on the Merrimack River, Newburyport is an ideal location for living, working, and visiting.
Governance
| Form of Government | Mayor – Council | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,764 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Mayor | |
| Legislative Body | City Council | |
| Size of Council | 11 | |
| Length of Mayoral Term (years) | 4 |
Geography
| County | Essex | |
| Area | 8.4 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 77.1 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Merrimack Valley Planning Commission |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Seth Moulton
Mass. Senate
Bruce Tarr
Mass. House
Dawne Shand