Town of
Northbridge
Massachusetts
Phone: 508-234-2095
Town Manager:
Adam GaudetteSelect Board:
Charles Ampagoomian
Russell Collins
Thomas Melia
Brian Paulhus
Michael Wilkes
Annual Town Meeting:
May 7, 2024May, 1st Tuesday
Municipal Election:
May 21, 2024May, 3rd Tuesday
Demographics
| Population | 16,298 | |
| Population Density | 944 | |
| Registered Voters | 12,052 | |
| Income Per Capita | $43,500 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $131,812 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 68.9% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $387,200 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,127 | |
| Total Households | 6,466 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.48 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $12.96 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $12.96 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $54,765,476 | |
| Total Expenditures | $50,147,744 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $30,653,738 | |
| State Aid | $19,206,216 | |
| Local Receipts | $2,622,000 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,018 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 11.0% | |
| CPA Exemptions | First $100,000 - residentialFirst $100,000 - residential |
Town Hall
Wants you To KNOW
The historic town of Northbridge consists of several villages. Due to its location and natural resources, Northbridge played a major role in American industrial development. Many historic buildings are still being used today.
Governance
| Form of Government | Select Board – Town Meeting | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,775 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Town Manager | |
| Policy Board | Board of Selectmen | |
| Size of Policy Board | 5 | |
| Legislative Body | Open Town Meeting |
Geography
| County | Worcester | |
| Area | 17.3 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 87.8 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
James McGovern
Mass. Senate
Ryan Fattman
Mass. House
David Muradian, Jr.