Taunton Population 2026
Taunton has a population of 56,789, making it the #739 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Massachusetts. It is about 155× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,789
Rank in United States
#739
Coordinates
41.90°N, 71.09°W
~5 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
604 km
375 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Massachusetts
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 653,833 | #24 |
| Worcester | 206,518 | #116 |
| Springfield | 154,341 | #174 |
| Lowell | 110,699 | #275 |
| Cambridge | 110,402 | #278 |
| New Bedford | 101,079 | #319 |
| Dorchester | 97,826 | #335 |
| Brockton | 95,314 | #346 |
Cities near Taunton
- Easton23,459 people · ~14 km away
- Middleborough23,116 people · ~15 km away
- Attleboro44,284 people · ~17 km away
- Brockton95,314 people · ~21 km away
- Fall River94,000 people · ~23 km away
- Pawtucket71,591 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Taunton?
Taunton has a population of 56,789 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #739 biggest city in United States.
What state is Taunton in?
Taunton is located in Massachusetts, United States.
Is Taunton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 604 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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