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Taunton, MN

Minnesota

Taunton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 140. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
140 Population 139/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $29,219 per capita
$74,600 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,600 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

How Taunton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population140
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$29,219
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$588M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute20 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries4

Is Taunton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taunton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Taunton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taunton is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taunton is $74,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Taunton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches, including 47.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Taunton has a population of 140 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

140
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Taunton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taunton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taunton is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Taunton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,219
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$72,484

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)226
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare21
Retail30
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Taunton is $74,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,600
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Effective Rate3.50%
In Taunton, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Taunton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.6%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate68.8%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death6,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access25.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Taunton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall47.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates44.5942°N, 96.0629°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.8-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants10
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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