Taunton, Massachusetts Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Taunton, Massachusetts had a total population of 60,433, the 19th largest city in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $79,283, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Taunton Quick Facts
How Taunton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 59,719 | 60,433 | +1.2% |
| Median household income | $79,715 | $79,283 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $388,200 | $422,800 | +8.9% |
How Taunton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 53 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Taunton Rankings in Massachusetts
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Other Cities in Bristol County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford | 100,998 | $56,981 | 20.5% | $357,300 |
| Fall River | 94,082 | $56,673 | 19.6% | $395,500 |
| Attleboro | 46,762 | $98,954 | 8.6% | $448,100 |
| North Attleborough Town | 30,984 | $112,665 | 4.7% | $482,200 |
| Somerset | 18,298 | $112,677 | 4.9% | $418,800 |
| Mansfield Center | 7,222 | $97,798 | 4.1% | $480,000 |
| Bliss Corner | 5,405 | $75,420 | 9.0% | $446,200 |
| North Westport | 5,289 | $87,582 | 4.3% | $411,300 |
| Raynham Center | 4,841 | $132,382 | 11.0% | $547,700 |
| Smith Mills | 4,612 | $64,818 | 8.0% | $420,400 |
Cities Similar to Taunton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revere | 60,012 | $86,969 | $597,400 | 24.6% | 11.6% |
| Weymouth Town | 58,505 | $102,714 | $552,100 | 42.8% | 7.7% |
| Haverhill | 67,698 | $88,326 | $453,900 | 32.6% | 11.3% |
| Peabody | 54,695 | $96,657 | $596,200 | 35.0% | 7.6% |
| Malden | 65,906 | $100,606 | $633,500 | 45.1% | 11.4% |
Population Overview
Taunton is a mid-sized community located in Massachusetts, within Bristol County. The total population is 60,433. It ranks as the 19th most populous out of 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts.
Age Demographics
The median age in Taunton is 38.9 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Taunton is $79,283. This is 24% lower than the state median of $103,960. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.0%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $422,800. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $562,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Taunton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.0%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 7.2%.
Education
23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 47.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Taunton, Massachusetts is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Massachusetts state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 248 Census-designated places in Massachusetts. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Taunton, Massachusetts?
Taunton, Massachusetts has a population of 60,433 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Taunton, MA?
The median household income in Taunton is $79,283, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Taunton, MA?
The poverty rate in Taunton is 13.0%. This means approximately 7,770 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Taunton, Massachusetts?
Taunton's population is 70.3% White, 7.7% Black, 9.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Taunton, MA?
The median home value in Taunton is $422,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.
How educated is Taunton, Massachusetts?
23.9% of adults (25+) in Taunton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.