City of
North Adams
Massachusetts
Phone: 413-662-3000
Mayor:
Jennifer MackseySelect Board:
Municipal Election:
November 4, 2025Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)
City Council:
Lisa Blackmer
Keith Bona
Peter Breen
Deanna Morrow
Peter Oleskiewicz
Bryan Sapienza
Ashley Shade
Wayne Wilkinson
Demographics
| Population | 12,880 | |
| Population Density | 633 | |
| Registered Voters | 9,468 | |
| Income Per Capita | $19,293 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $68,671 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 55.9% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $166,800 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $843 | |
| Total Households | 5,816 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.08 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $17.67 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $37.60 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $34,413,441 | |
| Total Expenditures | $45,317,644 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $20,709,716 | |
| State Aid | $21,175,211 | |
| Local Receipts | $6,836,784 |
City Hall
Wants you To KNOW
North Adams is the Berkshire hub to delve into contemporary art (with the largest contemporary art museum in the United States, MassMoCA), indie music, outdoor recreation, and fine dining. It’s a great place to visit year-round!
Governance
| Form of Government | Mayor – Council | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,878 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Mayor | |
| Legislative Body | City Council | |
| Size of Council | 9 | |
| Length of Mayoral Term (years) | 2 |
Geography
| County | Berkshire | |
| Area | 20.3 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 86.8 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Berkshire Regional Planning Commission |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Richard Neal
Mass. Senate
Paul Mark
Mass. House
John P. Barrett, III