Taunton, MA Local Data & Statistics

State: MA

Total population: 60,433 Household income: $79,283 Rent: $1,324

Overview

Total population

60,433

Rent

$1,324

Year built

1965

Household income

$79,283

Per capita income

$38,819

Poverty rate

13%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

52.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Massachusetts

Total population

60,433

Adults over 25

42,391

Total households

24,063

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$79,283

Per capita income

$38,819

Poverty rate

13%

Unemployment rate

4.8%

Rent over 30% of income

52.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,324

Year built

1965

Households that rent

37.9%

Households that own

62.1%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

71.9%

Black

7.9%

Asian

Two or more races

15.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

Not Hispanic or Latino

91%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

92%

Commute time to work

29 mins

Work from home

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

30.3%

High school graduate or GED

34.6%

Some college or associate degree

11.2%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

23.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Taunton, MA with: Massachusetts United States

Taunton, MA

Total population60,433

Rent$1,324

Year built1965

Household income$79,283

Per capita income$38,819

Poverty rate13%

Unemployment rate4.8%

Massachusetts State

Total population7,044,056

Rent$1,762

Year built1964

Household income$103,960

Per capita income$57,897

Poverty rate10%

Unemployment rate4%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityTaunton, MA	StateMassachusetts	CountryUnited States
Total population	60,433	7,044,056	334,922,499
Rent	$1,324	$1,762	$1,413
Year built	1965	1964	1980
Household income	$79,283	$103,960	$80,734
Per capita income	$38,819	$57,897	$44,673
Poverty rate	13%	10%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.8%	4%	4%

View the complete comparison of Taunton, MA, Massachusetts and United States →

Summary for Taunton, MA

Taunton is located in Massachusetts.

Rent & Income

In Taunton, the typical monthly rent is $1,324 and the typical household income is $79,283. Rent here is lower than both Massachusetts and the U.S., and household income is lower than Massachusetts and similar to the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 13%, which is higher than the Massachusetts rate and similar to the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 37.9% of households. About 52.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 23.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is higher than both Massachusetts and the national rate.

Taunton, MA — Rent vs Household Income

Taunton, MA — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Taunton, MA compares in Massachusetts (23 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,324	5 / 23	from lower rent	$1,137 – $2,787
Household income	$79,283	15 / 23	from higher income	$52,656 – $190,304
Poverty rate	13%	13 / 23	from lower poverty	4.5% – 25.8%
Unemployment rate	4.8%	17 / 23	from lower unemployment	3.1% – 6.1%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Massachusetts with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Taunton, MA

Rent

In rent comparisons, Taunton comes in 5th out of 23 large places. Across Massachusetts, rents vary from $1,137 in New Bedford, MA to $2,787 in Cambridge, MA.

Household income

In terms of household income, Taunton comes in 15th among 23 major places. Across Massachusetts, income levels vary from $52,656 in Springfield, MA to $190,304 in Newton, MA.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Taunton in 13th place among 23 significant areas. Across Massachusetts, poverty ranges between 4.5% and 25.8%.

Unemployment rate

Taunton places 17th among 23 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 3.1% to 6.1%.

💰 Rent in Taunton, MA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,324 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Taunton, MA

Annual Household Income: $79,283

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Taunton, MA

Estimated Rate: 13%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Taunton, MA

In Taunton, MA, households that rent: 9,118 (37.9%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	9,118	37.9%
Owner-Occupied	14,945	62.1%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Taunton, MA

In Taunton, MA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,817 (52.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,817	52.8%
Other renter households	4,301	47.2%
Total renter households	9,118	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Taunton, MA

Less than High School: 12,855 people (30.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 14,648 people (34.6%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,736 people (11.2%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 10,152 people (23.9%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 42,391

📊 Unemployment Rate in Taunton, MA

Estimated Rate: 4.8%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.