A mayor’s term length varies by city and jurisdiction. In the United States, most mayors serve four-year terms, but some cities have two-year terms or six- year terms, and a number use two consecutive four-year terms with potential re-election after a break. Term limits, when they exist, commonly cap the number of consecutive terms a mayor can serve (often two), while other cities have no term limits at all. Because the mayoral term is typically defined by a city's charter or municipal code, the exact length and term-limit rules depend on the specific city in question. If you share the city or jurisdiction you’re interested in, the precise term length and any term-limit rules can be confirmed.