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Market Overview for Williamson County

There are 3,935 active listings in Williamson County with a median list price of $454K and a median sold price of $404K.

Homes average 75 days on market.

Over the past 30 days, 894 homes have sold, with 10211 sales in the past 12 months.

The average price per square foot is $217.

About Williamson County

Williamson County covers 1,134 square miles directly north of Austin in central Texas. The county seat is Georgetown, and the 2020 census recorded a population of 609,017 and the U.S. Census Bureau's 2023 estimate placed the county at approximately 697,000, making it one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States over the past two decades. Major cities include Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, Hutto, Taylor, Liberty Hill, and Jarrell. The western half of the county features Edwards Plateau limestone terrain, while the eastern portion transitions to flatter Blackland Prairie. The San Gabriel River, a tributary of the Brazos, flows through the county and feeds Lake Georgetown.

Real estate in Williamson County covers a broad price range driven by rapid growth and new construction. Georgetown's Sun City, a Del Webb age-restricted community with over 9,500 homes, offers resale homes from the low $300,000s. Newer master-planned communities in Leander, such as Bryson and Travisso, list in the $350,000 to $600,000 range. Round Rock's established neighborhoods like Forest Creek and Brushy Creek typically price between $300,000 and $700,000. Taylor, on the county's eastern edge near the new Samsung fabrication plant, remains more affordable with homes starting in the mid-$200s. Hutto and Jarrell provide entry-level new construction in the $275,000 to $400,000 range.

The county is served by ten school districts. Round Rock ISD is the largest with approximately 48,000 students and has earned the TEA's highest accountability rating consistently. Georgetown ISD serves about 14,000 students across campuses including Wolf Ranch Elementary, East View High School, and Georgetown High School. Leander ISD covers Cedar Park and Leander with over 40,000 students. Hutto ISD serves approximately 10,000 students and Liberty Hill ISD has roughly doubled enrollment over the past decade, both adding new campuses to keep pace with residential development. Taylor ISD and Jarrell ISD serve the eastern and northern portions of the county, with Jarrell ISD among the fastest-growing small districts in the state. Southwestern University, a private liberal arts institution founded in 1840, is the oldest university in Texas and is located in Georgetown. Austin Community College operates a full-service campus in Round Rock on a 100-acre site, and Texas State Technical College has a campus in Hutto.

Williamson County's economic growth is anchored by technology and advanced manufacturing. Dell Technologies maintains its global headquarters in Round Rock on a campus exceeding 2 million square feet. Samsung Semiconductor is constructing a $17 billion chip fabrication facility in Taylor, expected to create over 2,000 permanent jobs when operational. Baylor Scott & White operates the county's largest hospital in Round Rock. Emerson Automation Solutions and numerous smaller tech firms maintain offices in the Round Rock and Cedar Park corridor. The county is bisected by Interstate 35, with State Highway 130 providing an alternate north-south toll route and US Highway 183 connecting eastern communities. Round Rock is approximately 20 minutes north of downtown Austin, while Georgetown is about 30 minutes, Taylor approximately 45 minutes, and Liberty Hill about 40 minutes northwest. Capital Metro's MetroRail commuter line connects Leander to downtown Austin, providing a transit option for the western corridor.

Living in Williamson County

Williamson County has been one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States over the past two decades, with a 2023 estimated population of approximately 697,000. The median household income sits around $100,000 per the Census Bureau's 2023 ACS, driven by technology and professional services employers in the Round Rock and Cedar Park corridor. Residents have access to the Round Rock Premium Outlets, the 1890 Ranch shopping center in Cedar Park, and a growing restaurant scene along Georgetown's historic square and Round Rock's downtown district.

The western portion of the county, including Liberty Hill and portions of Leander, features Hill Country terrain with larger lots and rural character. Central areas like Round Rock and Cedar Park provide established suburban infrastructure with community pools, sports complexes, and well-connected trail systems. Eastern Williamson County, anchored by Taylor and Hutto, offers smaller-town living with lower price points and close proximity to the new Samsung manufacturing campus. The county maintains over 1,500 acres of parkland and 50+ miles of trails across its parks system.

Things to Do in Williamson County

• Inner Space Cavern: A limestone cave system in Georgetown discovered in 1963 during highway construction. Guided tours cover approximately one mile of passages featuring stalactites, stalagmites, and preserved Ice Age animal bones.
• Georgetown Square: The historic downtown square in Georgetown features the 1911 Williamson County Courthouse, locally owned shops, and restaurants. Georgetown was named the Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas by the Texas Downtown Association.
• Lake Georgetown: A 1,310-acre U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the North Fork of the San Gabriel River. The lake offers fishing, boating, swimming, and the 26.5-mile Good Water Loop hiking trail that circles the entire shoreline.
• Dell Diamond: Home stadium of the Round Rock Express, the Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. The 8,631-seat ballpark in Round Rock hosts minor league baseball games from April through September along with concerts and community events, with additional lawn seating bringing total capacity above 11,000.
• Blue Hole Park: A swimming area on the South Fork of the San Gabriel River in Georgetown. The limestone-bottomed pool sits below a small dam and is surrounded by large cypress trees, with free public access during summer months.

Major Employers in Williamson County

• Dell Technologies (Technology): Headquartered in Round Rock on a campus spanning over 2 million square feet, employing thousands of workers in the county.
• Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Semiconductor Manufacturing): Constructing a $17 billion chip fabrication facility in Taylor, expected to create over 2,000 permanent jobs upon completion.
• Baylor Scott & White Health (Healthcare): Operates a major medical center in Round Rock along with clinics throughout Williamson County, employing over 2,000 healthcare workers in the area.
• Emerson Automation Solutions (Manufacturing): Operates a technology and engineering campus in Round Rock focused on automation software and measurement instrumentation.
• Williamson County Government (Government): County government offices in Georgetown employ approximately 2,500 workers across law enforcement, infrastructure, and administrative services.

Williamson County Schools

Williamson County is served by seven public school districts. Round Rock ISD is the largest, consistently earning the TEA's top accountability rating. Georgetown ISD, Leander ISD, and the rapidly growing Hutto and Liberty Hill districts serve the county's expanding population.

School District: Multiple Districts

Public Schools

• Round Rock ISD - The county's largest district with approximately 48,000 students, earning the TEA's highest accountability rating across its 55 campuses.
• Georgetown ISD - Serves the Georgetown area with about 14,000 students across campuses including Georgetown High School and East View High School.
• Leander ISD - Covers Cedar Park, Leander, and portions of northwest Williamson County with over 40,000 students.
• Hutto ISD - A rapidly growing district serving the Hutto area with approximately 10,000 students.
• Liberty Hill ISD - Serves the fast-growing Liberty Hill area west of Georgetown, with enrollment roughly doubling over the past decade.

Pre-Schools

• Primrose School of Round Rock at Forest Creek - Accredited early education center in east Round Rock serving infants through pre-kindergarten and after-school care.
• The Goddard School - Cedar Park - Early learning program in Cedar Park offering play-based curriculum for children ages six weeks through six years.
• Kids R Kids Georgetown - Early childhood learning center near Wolf Ranch in Georgetown with infant through pre-K programs.

Private Schools

• Round Rock Christian Academy - Private Christian school in Round Rock serving pre-K through 12th grade with approximately 800 students.
• Summit Christian Academy - Private school in Cedar Park offering pre-K through 8th grade with small class sizes.

Higher Education

• Southwestern University - A private liberal arts university in Georgetown founded in 1840, the oldest university in Texas, enrolling approximately 1,500 students.
• Texas State Technical College - Williamson County - Technical college campus in Hutto offering two-year degree and certificate programs in applied technology fields.
• Austin Community College - Round Rock Campus - A full-service ACC campus on a 100-acre site in Round Rock offering associate degrees and workforce certification programs.

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