City of
Taunton
Massachusetts
Phone: 508-821-1000
Mayor:
Shaunna O'ConnellSelect Board:
Municipal Election:
November 4, 2025Nov., 1st Tuesday following 1st Monday (odd years)
City Council:
Estele Borges
Kelly Dooner
Phillip Duarte
John McCaul
Jeffrey Postell
David Pottier
Lawrence Quintal
Barry Sanders
Demographics
| Population | 59,600 | |
| Population Density | 1,276 | |
| Registered Voters | 38,074 | |
| Income Per Capita | $29,258 | |
| EQV Per Capita | $124,341 | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate | 61.8% | |
| Median Value of Owner-occupied Housing Units | $359,500 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,180 | |
| Total Households | 23,835 | |
| Average Household Size | 2.46 |
Municipal Finances
| Residential Tax Rate | $12.05 | |
| Commercial Tax Rate | $26.30 | |
| Average Tax Bill | $46,464,646 | |
| Total Expenditures | $224,189,169 | |
| Total Tax Levy | $122,206,827 | |
| State Aid | $90,435,666 | |
| Local Receipts | $16,879,500 |
City Hall
Wants you To KNOW
The city of Taunton, known as the "Silver City" and "Christmas City," has a rich history and a bold vision for the future. One of the state’s oldest cities, Taunton is a big city with a small-town feel.
Governance
| Form of Government | Mayor – Council | |
| Incorporation Date | 1,639 | |
| Chief Municipal Official | Mayor | |
| Legislative Body | City Council | |
| Size of Council | 9 | |
| Length of Mayoral Term (years) | 2 |
Geography
| County | Bristol | |
| Area | 46.7 mi2 | |
| Public Roads | 270.2 mi | |
| Regional Planning Agency | Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District |
Representation
U.S. Senate (statewide)
Edward J. Markey
Elizabeth Warren
U.S. House
Jake Auchincloss
Mass. Senate
Marc Pacheco
Mass. House
Carol Doherty
Patricia Haddad
Norman Orrall