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1852 Philadelphia mayoral election
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The 1852 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the reelection of Charles Gilpin to a third 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.
== Results ==
== References ==