Market Overview for Taylor Independent School District
There are 129 active listings in Taylor Independent School District with a median list price of $300K and a median sold price of $300K.
Homes average 75 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 25 homes have sold, with 228 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $196.
About Taylor Independent School District
Taylor Independent School District serves approximately 3,500 students across six campuses in the city of Taylor and surrounding eastern Williamson County. The district covers roughly 125 square miles of Blackland Prairie farmland east of the I-35 corridor, centered on the city of Taylor at the intersection of US-79 and State Highway 95. Taylor was established in the 1870s as a railroad junction and cotton-processing hub, and its historic downtown along Main Street retains early commercial architecture from that era. The district boundary extends north toward Granger, east toward Thorndale, south toward Hutto, and west to within a few miles of the Samsung semiconductor fabrication site that has reshaped the local economy since its 2021 announcement.
Real estate within Taylor ISD includes the city's historic core neighborhoods with homes built from the 1920s through the 1960s, newer suburban subdivisions on the west and south sides of town, and rural acreage on the district's outer edges. Existing homes in established Taylor neighborhoods typically price from $200K to $400K. New construction in master-planned communities such as North Fork and Villages of Berry Springs ranges from $300K to $550K, with larger floor plans and upgraded lots reaching higher. Rural tracts of 5 to 20 acres on the northern and eastern edges of the district list from $400K to $800K depending on improvements and road access. The median home price in the district sits around $320K, which remains competitive relative to Williamson County communities closer to Austin.
The district operates three elementary campuses: T.H. Johnson Elementary, Pasemann Elementary, and Naomi Press Elementary, each serving pre-K through 5th grade. Taylor Middle School covers 6th through 8th grade. Taylor High School serves 9th through 12th grade and enrolls approximately 1,000 students. The district also offers an early college high school program in partnership with Temple College, allowing students to earn an associate degree or up to 60 college credit hours alongside their high school diploma. Taylor High School competes in UIL Class 4A athletics, with a long tradition in football and baseball. The district has expanded support staff and counseling services in response to enrollment growth tied to the Samsung-driven population increase.
Taylor is situated approximately 30 miles northeast of downtown Austin. US-79 connects Taylor to Round Rock in about 25 minutes, and State Highway 130 provides a tollway route south to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in roughly 35 minutes. Samsung's semiconductor fabrication facility on the western edge of the city is expected to employ over 2,000 workers upon full operation, with additional supplier facilities planned nearby. The Taylor Municipal Airport handles general aviation traffic. The historic downtown square has seen revitalization efforts including new restaurant openings and facade restorations, capitalizing on the influx of new residents and economic activity.
Living in Taylor Independent School District
Taylor's population is approximately 17,000 and growing, a mix of families with multi-generational roots in the area and recent arrivals drawn by the Samsung economic impact and relatively affordable housing. Median household income is roughly $55,000, with expectations that figure will rise as semiconductor industry positions fill. Local cultural events and food traditions reflect the city's varied heritage. Homeownership rates are above the Williamson County average in established neighborhoods, though the rental market has expanded with new apartment and townhome construction on the west side of town near the Samsung site.
Day-to-day life in Taylor centers on the historic downtown and community events. Louie Mueller Barbecue, operating on East 2nd Street since 1949 and a James Beard Award recipient, is one of the most recognized barbecue restaurants in Texas. Murphy Park provides 26 acres of recreational space with a public swimming pool, basketball courts, sports fields, a playground, and a one-mile walking trail. The Taylor Rodeo Arena hosts competitive rodeo events and livestock shows throughout the year. H-E-B on North Main Street is the primary grocery store. The annual Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff in August draws hundreds of competition teams and thousands of visitors for food, live music, and a carnival. Heritage Square downtown hosts a farmers market and seasonal community gatherings. Bull Branch Park offers fishing, picnic areas, and nature trails along Bull Branch Creek.
Things to Do in Taylor Independent School District
- Louie Mueller Barbecue: Barbecue restaurant operating since 1949 on East 2nd Street. Recognized with a James Beard Award for beef brisket smoked over post oak wood.
- Murphy Park: 26-acre city park with a public swimming pool, basketball courts, sports fields, a playground, and a one-mile paved walking trail.
- Taylor International Barbecue Cookoff: Annual August competition drawing hundreds of teams and thousands of spectators for barbecue, live music, a carnival, and vendor booths.
- Heritage Square: Downtown gathering space on Main Street hosting a farmers market, seasonal events, and public art installations.
- Bull Branch Park: City park along Bull Branch Creek with a fishing pond, covered pavilion, nature trail, and picnic areas.
Major Employers in Taylor Independent School District
- Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Manufacturing): Constructing a $17 billion semiconductor fabrication plant on Taylor's west side, expected to employ 2,000+ workers at full capacity.
- Taylor ISD (Education): District employs over 500 teachers, administrators, and support staff across six campuses.
- City of Taylor (Government): Municipal government including police, fire, utilities, and parks departments with several hundred employees.
- Baylor Scott & White Taylor (Healthcare): Medical clinic campus in Taylor providing primary care, specialty services, and urgent care to eastern Williamson County.
- Taylor Bedding Manufacturing (Manufacturing): Mattress manufacturing company operating continuously in Taylor since 1903, one of the oldest businesses in the city.
Taylor Independent School District Schools
Taylor ISD is served by Taylor ISD. Students typically attend Naomi Pasemann Elementary or TH Johnson Elementary or Main Street Int Elementary for elementary school, Taylor Middle School for middle school, and Taylor High School for high school.
School District: Taylor ISD
Public Schools
- Th Johnson Elementary
- Naomi Pasemann Elementary
- Taylor Middle
- Taylor High School
Pre-Schools
- Taylor ISD Pre-K - Public pre-kindergarten offered at multiple elementary campuses for qualifying 3- and 4-year-olds.
- Taylor Head Start - Federally funded early childhood program serving income-eligible families in eastern Williamson County.
- First Baptist Preschool Taylor - Church-based preschool program in central Taylor serving ages 2 through pre-K.
Private Schools
- St. Mary's Catholic School - Pre-K through 8th grade school in Taylor affiliated with St. Mary of the Assumption parish, operating since 1907.
Frequently Asked Questions
What neighborhoods are in Taylor ISD?
Taylor ISD includes the historic downtown neighborhoods, newer master-planned communities like North Fork and Villages of Berry Springs, and rural acreage areas on the northern and eastern edges of the district extending toward Granger and Thorndale.
Is Taylor ISD good for families?
Taylor ISD offers an early college high school program through Temple College, UIL 4A athletics, and a range of Career and Technical Education programs. The district is expanding facilities and staff to accommodate growth driven by the Samsung semiconductor project.
How will Samsung affect Taylor ISD?
Samsung's $17 billion semiconductor facility on Taylor's west side is expected to bring 2,000+ direct jobs and has already driven new housing construction within the district. Taylor ISD is planning additional campus capacity to accommodate projected enrollment increases.
What are home prices in Taylor ISD?
Existing homes in Taylor range from $200K to $400K, new construction lists from $300K to $550K, and rural acreage tracts run $400K to $800K. The median home price is approximately $320K.
How far is Taylor ISD from Austin?
Taylor is approximately 30 miles northeast of downtown Austin via US-79, with commute times of 30 to 40 minutes. SH-130 provides tollway access to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in about 35 minutes.
