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By Jenna Caldwell, The Boston Report. Updated Oct. 27, 2026.
Somerville, just north of Boston and Cambridge, is one of the most densely populated cities in New England. The 2020 Census counted 81,045 residents in about four square miles. The city has a mayor and an elected City Council, and City Hall sits at 93 Highland Avenue.
The opening of the MBTA’s Green Line Extension reshaped how many residents get around, adding stations at Union Square, East Somerville, Gilman Square, Magoun Square and Ball Square. Here you’ll find our Somerville stories, from capital spending and street redesigns to school projects, plus the city services residents reach for most.
- Population (2020 Census): 81,045
- Getting there: The Green Line Extension serves Union Square, East Somerville, Gilman Square, Magoun Square and Ball Square. The Orange Line stops at Assembly, and the Red Line stops at Davis.
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Official Somerville resources
- City of Somerville (official website)
- Somerville City Council
- Somerville 311
- Somerville Public Schools
- Somerville Public Library
- Elections and voting
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- Somerville businesses in our local directory
- All Boston-area news
- Boston City Hall decisions tracker
- Best restaurants in Boston
- Boston weather
- MBTA guide
- All Local Towns pages
Somerville FAQ
What Green Line stops are in Somerville?
Union Square, East Somerville, Gilman Square, Magoun Square and Ball Square are on the Green Line Extension. Davis (Red Line) and Assembly (Orange Line) are also in Somerville.
Where is Somerville City Hall?
City Hall is at 93 Highland Avenue.
How do I report a pothole or missed trash pickup in Somerville?
Use Somerville 311, by phone or online through the city website.
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