Market Overview for Zip Code 78634
There are 436 active listings in Zip Code 78634 with a median list price of $324K and a median sold price of $336K.
Homes average 79 days on market.
Over the past 30 days, 85 homes have sold, with 1084 sales in the past 12 months.
The average price per square foot is $176.
About Zip Code 78634
Zip code 78634 covers Hutto, a fast-growing city in eastern Williamson County approximately 30 miles northeast of downtown Austin. Hutto sits along US-79 and State Highway 130, positioned between Round Rock to the west and Taylor to the east. The city's population has grown from about 1,200 in 2000 to over 40,000 as of recent estimates, driven by affordable new construction and highway access to Austin-area employment centers. The terrain is flat Blackland Prairie farmland that has been progressively converted to master-planned residential subdivisions, though agricultural land remains on the city's northern and eastern fringes.
Real estate in 78634 is heavily weighted toward new construction in master-planned communities. Major developments include Star Ranch, Hutto Parke, Riverwalk, Legends of Hutto, and Emory Crossing. Housing ranges from three-bedroom starter homes to larger five-bedroom plans with premium lot placements. National builders active in Hutto include Meritage Homes, Taylor Morrison, Lennar, and KB Home. Older homes sit near the original downtown core along East and Farley streets. Rural acreage tracts sit on the outskirts.
Students in 78634 attend Hutto ISD, which has grown rapidly and now serves approximately 11,101 students (2025-26). The district operates multiple elementary campuses including Nadine Johnson, Ray, Veterans Hill, and Farley Middle School along with Hutto Middle School. Hutto High School serves 9th through 12th grade and competes in UIL 6A athletics, with a competitive football program and growing fine arts department. The district opened new campuses in recent years to keep pace with enrollment growth. Hutto ISD received a "C" overall TEA accountability rating for 2025-26 (75 of 100) and maintains career and technical education pathways in healthcare, technology, and agriculture.
Hutto's position along SH-130 and US-79 provides highway access to Round Rock in about 15 minutes, downtown Austin in 30 to 40 minutes, and the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in roughly 40 minutes via SH-130 toll road. The Samsung semiconductor campus in neighboring Taylor is approximately 10 minutes east. Commercial development along US-79 has accelerated, with H-E-B, Walmart, Home Depot, and numerous restaurants serving the growing population. The Hutto Co-Op District, a mixed-use development on the former Hutto cotton gin site downtown, includes retail, dining, and community event space.
Living in Zip Code 78634
Many residents hold professional jobs in Round Rock, Austin, and the tech corridor along I-35. The median age is in the low 30s, relatively young for the metro area. The Hutto hippo serves as the city mascot, a reference to a 1915 incident involving an escaped circus hippo, and hippo statues are placed throughout the city.
Daily life in Hutto revolves around subdivision amenities and the expanding commercial corridor along US-79. Most master-planned communities include pools, playgrounds, and hike-and-bike trails. Fritz Park serves as the primary city park with sports fields, a disc golf course, and the Hutto Lake Park area for fishing. Grocery shopping is convenient with H-E-B and Walmart in Hutto. Dining options include Texan Cafe on East Street, a local diner operating since the early 2000s, along with chain restaurants along US-79. The Round Rock Premium Outlets and IKEA are about 15 minutes west for additional shopping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is zip code 78634?
78634 covers Hutto, Texas, in eastern Williamson County about 30 miles northeast of Austin. It sits along US-79 and SH-130 between Round Rock and Taylor.
What do homes cost in 78634?
New construction in Hutto is concentrated in master-planned communities. Older homes sit near downtown, with rural acreage on the outskirts. Current median price and active listing counts are shown on the Market Overview tab.
What school district is 78634 in?
78634 is served by Hutto ISD, which enrolls approximately 11,101 students (2025-26) across multiple elementary, middle, and high school campuses. The district earned a "C" overall TEA accountability rating for 2025-26 (75 of 100).
How far is Hutto from Austin?
Hutto is approximately 30 to 40 minutes from downtown Austin, depending on route and traffic. SH-130 toll road provides the fastest connection. Round Rock is about 15 minutes west.
Why is Hutto growing so fast?
Hutto offers extensive new construction with SH-130 toll road access to Austin, drawing metro commuters. The Samsung plant in nearby Taylor has further accelerated growth since 2021.
