02780 Zip Code, Taunton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Taunton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 106
6% above national avg
Property Crime 113
13% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 02780 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 02780 in Taunton, MA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Taunton.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 116, 16% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 93).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 116 (16% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 93 (7% below avg)

02780 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Taunton city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
108 +8% Moderate
Robbery
112 +12% Moderate
Rape
93 -7% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
113 +13% Moderate

02780 Crime Map

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02780 Demographics & Context

Population
50,992
Median Income
$72,274
Home Value
$416,003
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
1,349/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.3%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

57%
43%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.7%
Black 7.4%
Hispanic 7.2%
Asian 1.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 02780, Taunton?

Zip code 02780 in Taunton, MA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 02780 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Taunton.

Is Zip code 02780 a safe neighborhood in Taunton?

Zip code 02780 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Taunton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 116), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 93). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Taunton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 02780?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 02780 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 116 (16% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 02780?

Zip code 02780 has a population of approximately 50,992. The median household income is $72,274. The median home value is $416,003. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 02780 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 02780's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Taunton, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.