Taunton, MA
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
59,719
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
24.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,715
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$388,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$816
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,109
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bristol County
5
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Bristol County
3
Providence-Warwick Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 11 | 27 |
| Feb | 4 | 9 | 29 |
| Mar | 5 | 6 | 37 |
| Apr | 5 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 5 | 8 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.
Liberal (61%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 42%Schools
Taunton Alternative High School
<1 miles, SW
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3.7
Coyle & Cassidy High School & Middle School
<1 miles, N
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5
HH Galligan
<1 miles, W
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2.3
Mulcahey Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
•
1.4
Colleges
Rob Roy Academy-Taunton
<1 miles, SE
•
1
Wheaton College
6 miles, NW
•
2.8
Southeastern Technical Institute
7 miles, NE
•
1.9
Bridgewater State University
8 miles, E
•
2.8
Hospitals
Morton Hospital
<1 miles, NE
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1.4
Taunton State Hospital
<1 miles, NW
Sturdy Memorial Hospital
10 miles, NW
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1.4
Good Samaritan Medical Center
14 miles, NE
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1.4
Airports
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
21 miles, W
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2.3
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport
32 miles, NE
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4.1
Martha's Vineyard Airport
43 miles, S
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1
Barnstable Municipal Airport-Boardman-Polando Field
45 miles, SE
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1