Homes for Sale in Taylor, TX
Taylor sits along US-79 east of Round Rock with a median sale price near $275,000 and roughly 80 days on market. The city of 17,136 is anchored by Samsung’s $17 billion semiconductor fab under construction nearby and draws value-focused buyers with the lowest prices in Williamson County and genuine small-town character.
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Population, income, and housing tenure for the city and surrounding Williamson County.
- Population17,136 / 643,889
- Median household income$62,000 / $108,309
- Median home value$230,000
- Median age35.0 yrs
- Population growth3.0% (2019–24)
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
Taylor Commute Times
Taylor connects to Round Rock via US-79 and to the Samsung fab site on SH-130.
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Taylor Fab | ~5 mi via SH-130 | 8–10 min | 10–12 min |
| Round Rock / Dell HQ | ~20 mi via US-79 | 20–25 min | 30–35 min |
| Downtown Austin | ~40 mi via US-79/I-35 | 40–45 min | 60–75 min |
| Hutto | ~10 mi via US-79 | 12–15 min | 15–18 min |
Drive times are approximate estimates from Taylor city center. Actual times vary by route and traffic conditions.
Taylor at a Glance
- Samsung proximity
- $17B fab under construction 5 miles from downtown Taylor. Generational employment anchor.
- Lowest Williamson County prices
- $275K median is the most affordable in WilCo.
- Small-town character
- Historic downtown square with local restaurants, farmers market, and intact Main Street.
- Growth runway
- Samsung fab will attract thousands of workers. Property appreciation expected.
- Construction disruption
- Samsung fab construction brings heavy truck traffic and infrastructure strain.
- Distance from Austin core
- 40 miles from downtown Austin. Not a practical daily commute.
- Limited current amenities
- Small-town retail. Major shopping requires driving to Round Rock.
- Older stock dominance
- Most inventory is older. New construction is limited.
Flood data: FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
What It Costs to Buy in Taylor
- Property taxes
- Taylor’s effective property tax rate runs approximately 2.10%. On a $275000 home that’s roughly $5,775/year before the homestead exemption. For current rates and exemption forms, visit the Williamson Central Appraisal District.
- Closing timeline
- Cash transactions close in 14 to 21 days. Financed purchases run 30 to 45 days depending on lender and appraisal turnaround.
- HOA presence
- Most older neighborhoods have no HOA. Newer sections $25–$50/month.
Tax data: Williamson Central Appraisal District, 2024 certified values.
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Taylor Neighborhoods
Downtown / Heritage Square
Historic core with bungalows, updated homes, and renovation projects.
Taylor Heights
Affordable established. Homes from $180s.
Murphy Park
Mid-range established. Homes $220s–$320s.
Chandler Estates
Newer construction east of town. Homes from $260s.
Country Club
Near Taylor golf course. Homes $200s–$350s.
Taylor Schools
| School | Grades | Enrollment | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| T.H. Johnson Elementary | PK-5 | ~550 | Taylor ISD |
| Naomi Pasemann Elementary | PK-5 | ~580 | Taylor ISD |
| School | Grades | District |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor Middle School | 6-8 | Taylor ISD |
| School | Grades | District |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor High School | 9-12 | Taylor ISD |
| District | Schools | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor ISD | 6 | ~4,000 |
School data: GreatSchools.org & NCES Common Core of Data. Verify enrollment eligibility directly with the district.