Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
18%
Taunton
Taunton, MA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,616
Population
58,734
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Located in Bristol County, Taunton combines historical significance with contemporary living. The city earned its "Silver City" nickname from its silversmithing heritage and is celebrated as the "Christmas City" for its annual holiday illumination at Taunton Green. Home to approximately 60,000 residents, Taunton offers housing options from downtown apartments to suburban residences. The rental market reflects steady growth, with current average rents ranging from $1,244 for studios to $2,379 for three-bedroom units. The Weir Village and Whittenton areas feature converted mill buildings and traditional New England architecture.
Residents enjoy access to Massasoit State Park's hiking trails and natural landscapes, while the historic Taunton Green serves as the city's central gathering space. Downtown includes the Old Colony History Museum, which preserves the area's rich heritage. The Myles Standish Industrial Park, among New England's largest, contributes to the local economy. The city's historical significance includes raising the "Liberty and Union" flag in 1774, and this civic pride continues today through traditions like the annual Lighting of the Green celebration, which creates a festive downtown display each December.
Explore the City
Massasoit State Park in Taunton hosts turkey & deer hunting during specific months of the year.
On the outskirts of Taunton lives this quiet free library made from locally sourced wood.
The crown jewel of Taunton Center is the Bristol County Superior Court building.
Taunton green is the central hub for seasonal activity throughout the year.
The Taunton Public Library is conveniently located downtown and has several floors of space.
Lake Rico is located on the outskirts of Massasoit State Park in Taunton.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$68,291
Average: $88,881
Education
11,913
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
30,726
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Taunton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
38%
Non-Renters
62%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Taunton, MA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
681 Students
Benjamin Friedman Middle School
Public
Grades K-8
681 Students
East Taunton Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
582 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
582 Students
Public
Grades K-8
618 Students
Public
Grades K-8
681 Students
Benjamin Friedman Middle School
Public
Grades K-8
681 Students
Public
Grades K-8
618 Students
Public
Grades K-8
488 Students
Public
Grades K-8
488 Students
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical
Public
Grades 9-12
1,341 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
2,850 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
2,850 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Boyden Refuge
- Massasoit State Park
- Dighton Rock State Park
- Freetown - Fall River State Forest
- Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Rhode Island Tf Green International
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.