Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,018 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,967 (36.4%) |
| Some College | 4,188 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 4,144 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,850 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,698 (26.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,054 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $377,800 ▲ 36% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,257/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,454 |
| Vacant Units | 1,114 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Taunton is a city in Massachusetts, located in Bristol County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 52,530 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39 years.
Economically, Taunton is a middle-income community. The median household income of $75,054 is near the national average. Approximately 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Taunton is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $377,800, which is above the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,257 per month.
The population of Taunton is moderately educated. 35.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (70.32%).
Taunton, MA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Massachusetts. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02780 | 52,530 | $75,054 | $377,800 | $1,257 | 5.6% | 35.1% | 59.8% |