City of

Salem

Massachusetts
www.salemma.gov
93 Washington St. Salem, MA 01970
info@salemma.gov
Phone: 978-745-9595

Mayor:

Dominick Pangallo

Municipal Election:

November 4, 2025
Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)

City Council:

Jeff Cohen
Kyle Davis
Ty Hapworth
John Harvey
Cynthia Jerzylo
Alice Merkl
Patricia Morsillo
Conrad Prosniewski
Megan Stott
Andrew Varela
Caroline Watson-Felt

Demographics

Population44,819
Population Density5,413
Registered Voters32,359
Income Per Capita$35,787
EQV Per Capita$173,656
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate51.6%
Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units$396,700
Median Gross Rent$1,493
Total Households19,745
Average Household Size2.17

Municipal Finances

Residential Tax Rate$12.51
Commercial Tax Rate$25.25
Average Tax Bill$6,457
Total Expenditures$155,796,980
Total Tax Levy$114,452,574
State Aid$37,017,614
Local Receipts$17,384,061
CPA Year Enacted2012
CPA Surcharge1.0%
CPA ExemptionsLow income, first $100,000 - residential, first $100,000 - commercial
City Hall of Salem

City Hall

Wants you To KNOW

Salem has a rich maritime history, is the birthplace of the National Guard, and is infamous for Witchcraft Trials of 1692. It’s a vibrant city with historic architecture, world-famous museums, and eclectic shops and restaurants.

Governance

Form of GovernmentMayor – Council
Incorporation Date1626
Chief Municipal OfficialMayor
Legislative BodyCity Council
Size of Council11
Length of Mayoral Term (years)4

Geography

CountyEssex
Area8.3 mi2
Public Roads100.8 mi
Regional Planning AgencyMetropolitan Area Planning Council

Representation

U.S. Senate (statewide)

Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren

U.S. House

Seth Moulton

Mass. Senate

Joan Lovely

Mass. House

Manny Cruz
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