Taunton is a city in Massachusetts with about 59,719 residents. Taunton was founded in 1637 and sits in Bristol County. The median age is 39 and the median household income is $79,715. Homes carry a median value of $388,200, and about 63% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (72.1%). Around 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 29 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Taunton — frequently asked
What is the population of Taunton, Massachusetts?
Taunton has a population of about 59,719, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Taunton?
The median home value in Taunton is $388,200, and the median gross rent is $1,269/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Taunton safe? What is the crime rate?
Taunton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 514 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Taunton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Bristol County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including ice storm, riverine flooding, strong wind.
How many schools are in Taunton?
Taunton has 11 public schools (5 elementary, 2 middle, 3 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Taunton?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Taunton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.