Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,393 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 23,175 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 13,146 (15%) |
| Associates | 15,281 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 9,179 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 25,654 (29.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,746 ▼ 10% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $194,634 ▼ 30% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,114/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 63,464 |
| Vacant Units | 7,426 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Taylor County is located in Texas and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 153,801 residents. With a median age of 33.98, it is a relatively young county.
Taylor County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $68,746 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Taylor County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $194,634 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,113. Homeownership rates are high at 60.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Taylor County are majority White (60.99%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Taylor County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 18 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79601 | Abilene | 26,917 | $54,515 | $182,900 | $988 | 4.7% | 32.9% |
| 79602 | Abilene | 26,588 | $84,845 | $233,000 | $1,123 | 1.9% | 44.0% |
| 79603 | Abilene | 23,876 | $53,579 | $114,000 | $1,022 | 3.0% | 28.3% |
| 79605 | Abilene | 28,257 | $59,565 | $159,800 | $1,077 | 1.8% | 36.0% |
| 79606 | Abilene | 29,428 | $83,201 | $248,500 | $1,165 | 2.0% | 53.8% |
| 79508 | Buffalo Gap | 982 | $78,617 | $150,000 | $1,055 | 0.0% | 38.4% |
| 79607 | Dyess Afb | 3,636 | $61,020 | $490,000 | $1,355 | 2.6% | 60.5% |
| 79530 | Lawn | 436 | $68,021 | $74,200 | $950 | 2.1% | 23.6% |
| 79536 | Merkel | 6,080 | $71,346 | $133,300 | $1,187 | 2.1% | 23.9% |
| 79541 | Ovalo | 1,432 | $68,062 | — | — | 1.0% | 37.4% |
| 79561 | Trent | 556 | $80,000 | $82,700 | $677 | 2.0% | 28.1% |
| 79562 | Tuscola | 4,567 | $103,814 | $239,100 | $2,000 | 1.4% | 47.5% |
| 79563 | Tye | 925 | $56,548 | $59,100 | $950 | 0.0% | 8.9% |