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Information on Taunton, Bristol County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Taunton, located in the state of Massachusetts, Bristol County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Taunton, Bristol County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Taunton city HALL, Bristol County

Taunton city Hall's address	Taunton Taunton Municipal Building 15 Summer St. TAUNTON MA 02780 United States
Phone number of Taunton city Hall	+1 508-821-1024
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Taunton official website	taunton-ma.gov
Mayor of Taunton	ThomasHoye,Jr.
Bristol County, Massachusetts: Vital Records	Taunton vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your Massachusetts birth certificate online

Common questions about Taunton

What county is Taunton MA in?

Taunton, MA is located in Bristol County

Where is Taunton, Massachusetts ?

Taunton lies in Bristol County, located in southeastern Massachusetts, USA. It is positioned approximately 40 miles south of Boston and 18 miles east of Providence, Rhode Island. The city is also southwest of Brockton and north of Fall River, making it a central point in the region's network of municipalities.

What is the cost of living in Taunton MA ?

The cost of living in Taunton, Massachusetts (Bristol County) is moderate. The median home price is around $350,000, while monthly rent averages about $1,500. Transportation expenses are reasonable, and groceries typically cost about 5% higher than the national average, making it a balanced area to live in.

Taunton administrative division

Country	United States
Commonwealth	Massachusetts
County	Bristol - other counties in Massachusetts

Taunton building department, MA

If you're planning a construction project in Taunton, MA, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial first step. In Taunton, you can request your permit through the Inspectional Services Department at City Hall, located at 15 Summer Street. It's important to contact this office directly to gather details regarding fees and expected processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. By ensuring you have all required approvals in place, you can move forward with your building plans smoothly and in compliance with local regulations.

Office	Taunton Office of Building Inspection
City	Taunton
State	Massachusetts
Address	15 Summer Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Phone	508-821-1015
Website	https://www.taunton-ma.gov/building-department

Demography of Taunton

Name of Taunton inhabitants (demonym)	Tauntonian
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	60 941 inhabitants (2020)	21 / 641
Population density in Taunton	Not available

Taunton (MA) statistics

Taunton MA Median household income	$64,000
Taunton MA Poverty rate	9.5%
Taunton MA Unemployment rate	4.2%
Taunton MA Educational attainment	86.0%

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List of Passport Facilities in Taunton, MA

Where to apply for a passport in Taunton, MA? There are 1 passport offices in Taunton, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
TAUNTON POST OFFICE	37 TAUNTON GREEN	5088236028

Top 3 most popular banks in Taunton

There are 13 bank branches in Taunton.
Mechanics Cooperative Bank is the most popular bank in Taunton with 4 branch offices, followed by Bristol County Savings Bank with 3 branch offices and then Bank of America, National Association with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Taunton:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
Mechanics Cooperative Bank	4	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bristol County Savings Bank	3	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bridgewater Savings Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Eastern Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Fall River Five Cents Savings Bank	1	Limited Service Loan Production Office
Santander Bank, N.A.	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Webster Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Taunton administrative numbers

Taunton city code	2569170
Taunton town phone area code	508
Taunton city postcode	02780, 02718

Toponymy and translation of Taunton

Bulgarian: Тонтън	Persian: تانتون	Japanese: トーントン
Korean: 톤턴	Russian: Таунтон	Serbian: Тонтон
Chinese: 汤顿

Transportation modes in Taunton

Airport	New Bedford Regional Airport 17 miles Plymouth Municipal Airport 18.6 miles Norwood Memorial Airport 20.5 miles

Taunton territory

Taunton area	Not available
Taunton altitude	30 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 41.9 Longitude: -71.0903 Latitude: 41° 54' 0'' North Longitude: 71° 5' 25'' West
Time zone	UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Taunton	Taunton, Minnesota, États-Unis
Natural parks	Taunton isn't part of a natural park

What is Taunton close to?

Nearby cities include: Raynham, Berkley, Dighton and Norton

Norton	Raynham	Raynham
Dighton		Raynham
Dighton	Berkley	Berkley

Raynham 3.2 miles	Berkley 4.6 miles	Dighton 5.6 miles
Norton 5.7 miles	Bridgewater 7.7 miles	Lakeville 8.6 miles
Rehoboth 8.6 miles	West Bridgewater 8.9 miles	Easton 9.5 miles
Freetown 9.8 miles	Mansfield 10.1 miles	Attleboro 10.5 miles
Middleborough 11.8 miles	Swansea 11.8 miles	Somerset 12 miles
East Bridgewater 12.2 miles	Fall River 12.3 miles	Seekonk 12.5 miles
Brockton 12.9 miles	North Attleborough 13.3 miles	Foxborough 13.4 miles

Distance between Taunton and other main cities and towns

New York City : 172 miles closest	Los Angeles : 2595 miles	Chicago : 850 miles
Houston : 1592 miles	Phoenix : 2296 miles	Philadelphia : 252 miles
San Antonio : 1754 miles	San Diego : 2581 miles	Dallas : 1541 miles
San Jose : 2686 miles	Fort Worth : 1568 miles	Austin : 1684 miles
Jacksonville : 993 miles	Columbus : 621 miles	Indianapolis : 801 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Taunton

Edmund Hatch Bennett

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 333

Edward F. Leddy Preschool

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 329

Elizabeth Pole

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 610

H H Galligan

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 246

Hopewell

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 292

Joseph C Chamberlain

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 529

Mulcahey Elementary School

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 4
Students : 489

Middle schools in Taunton

Benjamin Friedman Middle

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 7
Students : 804

John F Parker Middle

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 7
Students : 453

High schools in Taunton

Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical

Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1303

Taunton Alternative High School

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : 10, Highest grade : 12
Students : 89

Taunton High

District of Taunton
Lowest grade : 8, Highest grade : 12
Students : 2502

Private schools in Taunton

Coyle & Cassidy High School

Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 494

Our Lady Of Lourdes School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 141

St Mary's Primary School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 175