Taunton can be described as a city located in county of Bristol, Massachusetts, US. It’s also its county seat. This city is a hub with respect to Greater Taunton Area as well.
Taunton was founded in the year 1637; thanks to members of ‘Plymouth Colony’. This city is amongst the most ancient towns within US.
The name ‘Taunton has been derived from ‘Taunton, Somerset, England’. Moreover, it’s birthplace of Elizabeth Poole, its founder. Literal meaning of Taunton is ‘town/city on River Tone’; or just, Tone Town.
As per US Census Bureau, area of Taunton, on the whole, comes out to be 124.2 sq. Km; out of which 2.81% consists of water. Rainfall received by Taunton every year is around 46 inches. Snowfall of around 34 inches occurs. July proves to be the hottest month; with temperature of around 83 degree F; whereas January to be the coolest; with temperature of around 18 degree F.
Population according to 2000 census was 55976.
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