Town of
Norwell
Massachusetts
Phone: 781-659-8000
Town Administrator:
Darleen SullivanSelect Board:
Jason Brown
Bruce Graham
Brian Greenberg
T. Andrew Reardon
Peter Smellie
Annual Town Meeting:
May 6, 2024May, 2nd Monday
Municipal Election:
May 18, 20242nd Saturday following annual town meeting
Demographics
| Population | 11,349 | |
| Population Density | 542 | |
| Registered Voters | 8,233 | |
| Income Per Capita | $108,943 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $282,014 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 90.5% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $736,500 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,905 | |
| Total Households | 3,607 | |
| Average Household Size | 3.06 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $15.29 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $15.29 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $1,220,212,202 | |
| Total Expenditures | $60,621,970 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $51,824,285 | |
| State Aid | $6,810,902 | |
| Local Receipts | $5,655,797 | |
| CPA Year Enacted | 2,002 | |
| CPA Surcharge | 33.0% | |
| CPA Exemptions | Low income, first $100,000 - residentialLow income, first $100,000 - residential |
Town Hall
Wants you To KNOW
Picturesque Norwell abuts the North River and is noteworthy for its natural scenery and many walking trails. It is known for its excellent schools, award-winning new library and many beautiful historic homes.
Governance
| Form of Government | Select Board – Town Meeting | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,849 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Town Administrator | |
| Policy Board | Board of Selectmen | |
| Size of Policy Board | 5 | |
| Legislative Body | Open Town Meeting |
Geography
| County | Plymouth | |
| Area | 20.9 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 91.1 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Metropolitan Area Planning Council |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
William Keating
Mass. Senate
Patrick Michael O'Connor
Mass. House
David Decoste
Patrick Joseph Kearney