| Taputimu | |
| Pushpin Map: | American Samoa |
| Subdivision Type: | Territory |
| Subdivision Name: | American Samoa |
| Subdivision Type1: | Island |
| Subdivision Name1: | Tutuila Island |
| Unit Pref: | Metric |
| Population As Of: | 2020 |
| Population Total: | 709 |
| Population Density Km2: | auto |
Taputimu is a village in southwestern Tutuila Island in American Samoa. It is the nearest village to the Fagatele Bay National Marine Sanctuary, although the main access is from the neighboring village of Futiga.[1] It is home to Leala Shoreline National Natural Landmark and Leala Sliding Rock.[2] Leala Sliding Rock is a natural rock formation between Vailoatai and Taputimu, which is a scenic landmark as well as a natural playground or slide. It was created by the ebb and flow of the ocean; the erosion has created a smooth shoreline site. It is located in Tualatai County in the Western District of Tutuila.
Leʻala Shoreline National Natural Landmark is and was designated in 1972.[3] Leala Sliding Rock is accessible from Taputimu. Taputimu Tide Pools are located nearby and are accessible for swimming at low tide.[4]
| Year | Population[5] | |
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| 709 | ||
| 841 | ||
| 640 | ||
| 520 | ||
| 434 | ||
| 391 | ||
| 234 | ||
| 212 | ||
| 169 | ||
| 101 |