List of mayors of New York City

The Mayor of New York City is the chief executive of the government of New York City, as stipulated by the Charter of the City of New York.

This list through 1897 includes the mayors of (roughly) what is now considered Manhattan and The Bronx only. The five boroughs were consolidated in 1898. See History of New York City.

The 108th and current Mayor of New York City is Michael Bloomberg, a Republican.

It is interesting to note that although New York City voters are overwhelmingly registered Democrats, the city has elected a Republican in the last 4 mayoral elections.

17th century

Notes

1. Prior to the establishment of the office of Mayor of the City of New York, New Amsterdam had been governed by Burgomasters.
2. Prior to 1680, Mayors served one year terms. As of 1680, they served two year terms. Exceptions are noted thus (*).

18th century

Notes

1. Mayors served two year terms.

19th century

Notes

1. Until 1821, mayors were appointed by state. From 1821 to 1834, the Common Council appointed the mayor. In 1834, Cornelius Lawrence became the first popularly-elected mayor of New York City.

20th century

21st century

Notes

1. ^ First New York mayor elected by popular vote
2. ^ ^{a b c d} Acting Mayor
3. ^ First mayor of The City of New York after the consolidation of the five boroughs on January 1, 1898
4. ^ Previously served as Mayor of the City of Brooklyn
5. ^ Resigned September 1, 1932
6. ^ Resigned August 31, 1950
7. ^ Acting Mayor from September 1, 1950 to November 14, 1950. Elected Mayor on November 7, 1950

See also

• Election results for mayor of New York
• History of New York City

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