Moving to Taylor, TX

About Taylor

A historic railroad city in eastern Williamson County, about 30 miles northeast of downtown Austin, now one of the metro's biggest growth stories: Samsung's massive semiconductor fabrication plant anchors a wave of industrial and residential investment reshaping the town. Downtown Taylor is mid-revival, with a Main Street shopping district of 20+ unique stores, the architectural walking tour of 25+ historic buildings, and a celebrated food scene.

Home prices in Taylor

The median listing price in Taylor is $299,945.

Top places in Taylor

• Moody House Museum — 1887 Greek Revival home of Dan Moody, Texas's youngest governor and the first lawyer to successfully prosecute the KKK (tourtexas.com).
• Historic downtown shopping district — 20+ unique stores along Main Street; architectural walking tour of 25+ buildings.
• Old Taylor High — converted into the 1916 entertainment venue with the beloved Plowman's Kitchen and its famous Breakfast Board.
• Howard Theatre — vintage movie theatre with its antique marquee at 308 N. Main.
• Potter's Alley / Art Off Center — sculpture and pottery classes and events.
• Black Sparrow Music Parlor — live music inside a renovated historic bookstore.
• Mustang Creek Golf Course — "one of the finest and most challenging courses in the USA" per Golf USA.
• Annual Taylor Rodeo, Main Street Car Show, and Christmas Parade.

Commuting from Taylor

• Approximate typical drive to downtown Austin: about 35–45 minutes via US 79 and I-35 in normal traffic.

Taylor FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Taylor, TX?
  The median listing price in Taylor is $299,945. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Taylor, TX?
  Approximate typical drive to downtown Austin: about 35–45 minutes via US 79 and I-35 in normal traffic.

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