Taunton
City in Bristol County, Massachusetts
Taunton is a city in Bristol County, Massachusetts, with 59,408 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 30 ft (9 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Raynham Center, 3.1 miles NE.
- 59,408residents (2020 Census)
- 30 ftelevation · 9 m
- 46.7 sq miland area · 121.0 km²
- 1,272 / sq mipopulation density
- 02780main ZIP code (4 in total)
About Taunton
Taunton is a city in and the county seat of Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. Taunton is situated on the Taunton River, which winds its way through the city on its way to Mount Hope Bay, 10 miles (16 km) to the south. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 59,408; this makes Taunton the third most populated municipality in Bristol County behind New Bedford and Fall River. Shaunna O'Connell is the mayor of Taunton.
Founded in 1637 by members of the Plymouth Colony, Taunton is one of the oldest towns in the United States. Taunton is also known as the "Silver City", as it was a historic center of the silver industry beginning in the 19th century when companies such as Reed & Barton, F. B. Rogers, Poole Silver, and others produced fine-quality silver goods in the city.
Since December 1914, the city of Taunton has provided a large annual light display each December on Taunton Green, giving it the additional nickname of the Christmas City.
The original boundaries of Taunton included the land now occupied by many surrounding towns, including Norton, Easton, Mansfield, Dighton, Raynham, Berkley, and Lakeville. Possession of the latter is still noted by the naming of Taunton Hill in Assonet.
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Living in Taunton
- Median household income
- $79,283
- Median home value
- $422,800
- Median rent
- $1,324/mo
- Median age
- 38.9
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Taunton had 59,408 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 59,408 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,272 per sq mi (491 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Taunton at a glance
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
|---|---|
| County | Bristol County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 59,408 (2020) |
| Land area | 46.71 sq mi (121.0 km²) |
| Water area | 1.70 sq mi (4.41 km²) |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.9033° N, 71.0950° W |
| ZIP codes | 02780, 02764, 02767, 02779 |
| Official website | taunton-ma.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2569170 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Taunton
- Raynham Center3.1 mi NE
- Raynham3.1 mi NE
- Berkley4.6 mi S
- Dighton5.9 mi SW
- Norton6.2 mi NW
- Norton Center6.9 mi NW
- Bridgewater Town7.6 mi NE
- North Lakeville8.5 mi E
- Lakeville8.6 mi SE
- Rehoboth8.6 mi SW
- Middleborough Center8.7 mi E
- West Bridgewater8.9 mi NE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Taunton
What county is Taunton in?
Taunton is in Bristol County, Massachusetts.
What is the population of Taunton, MA?
59,408 people lived in Taunton at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Taunton, MA?
The main ZIP code is 02780. Other ZIP codes: 02764, 02767, 02779.
What is the elevation of Taunton?
30 feet (9 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Taunton?
Raynham Center (3.1 mi), Raynham (3.1 mi), Berkley (4.6 mi), Dighton (5.9 mi), Norton (6.2 mi).
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