1845 Philadelphia mayoral election

The Philadelphia mayoral election of 1845 saw John Swift return to office for a ninth overall non-consecutive term.

Electoral system
Beginning in 1839, the city operated under a mixed electoral system. Citizens voted for mayor in a general election. If a candidate receive a majority of the vote, they would be elected mayor. However, if no candidate received a majority, the City Council would select a mayor from the top-two finishers.