The length of a mayor's term varies depending on the country and city, but the most common term length is four years. In many U.S. cities, mayors serve four- year terms, often with limits on the number of consecutive terms they can serve. For example:
- In the United States, the most common mayoral term length is four years, with 45% of cities surveyed using this term length. Some cities impose term limits, typically two or three terms, but many do not
- Major U.S. cities like Los Angeles, New York, and San Diego have four-year mayoral terms, usually with a two-term limit. New York City limits mayors to two consecutive four-year terms, but they can run again after a four-year break
- In Bangladesh, mayors are elected every five years
- In Brazil, mayors serve four-year terms and can be re-elected for two consecutive terms
- In New Zealand, mayors are elected every three years
- In the Philippines, mayors serve three-year terms and can serve up to three consecutive terms
In summary, while the term length can vary globally, a four-year term is the most common duration for mayors, especially in the United States, often accompanied by limits on consecutive terms to encourage political turnover
