Market Overview for Zip Code 78674
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About Zip Code 78674
Zip code 78674 covers the small unincorporated community of Weir in northern Williamson County, approximately 10 miles north of Georgetown and 40 miles north of downtown Austin. Weir sits along County Road 126 and Farm-to-Market Road 1105, in a landscape of gently rolling Blackland Prairie farmland and ranchland. The community was established in the 1870s as a farming settlement and maintains its agricultural character with fewer than 500 residents. The area is bordered by Jarrell to the north, Florence to the northwest, and Georgetown to the south, all within Williamson County.
Real estate in 78674 is almost exclusively rural properties, with listings dominated by single-family homes on acreage tracts ranging from 2 to 50 or more acres. Prices typically range from $350K for smaller homesteads with older structures to $900K or more for updated ranch properties on 10-plus acres with outbuildings and fencing. Manufactured homes on rural lots are available starting around $200K. Very little new subdivision development has reached the Weir area, preserving its rural density of one to two homes per 10 acres in most sections. Land-only parcels for custom building range from $15K to $30K per acre depending on road frontage and utility access.
Students in 78674 attend either Jarrell ISD or Florence ISD, depending on the specific location within the zip code. Jarrell ISD serves approximately 3,000 students and is growing rapidly due to new subdivisions to the south, while Florence ISD is smaller with roughly 1,100 students. Both districts provide pre-K through 12th grade education. Jarrell ISD has expanded its campus count in recent years and competes in UIL Class 4A. Florence ISD maintains smaller class sizes with a strong agriculture and vocational program. Private school options require a drive to Georgetown, about 15 minutes south.
Weir's location along FM-1105 provides access to I-35 in approximately 10 minutes via Jarrell or Georgetown exits. Downtown Austin is reachable in 40 to 50 minutes via I-35. Georgetown, the county seat, offers the nearest concentration of retail, medical services, and restaurants, including Baylor Scott & White Georgetown hospital, H-E-B grocery, and the historic Georgetown town square. The area is served by Williamson County rural fire and EMS services. Internet connectivity includes fixed wireless and satellite options, with fiber availability limited to areas near the I-35 corridor.
Living in Zip Code 78674
Weir's population consists primarily of longtime agricultural families, hobby ranchers, and a growing number of remote workers attracted by affordable acreage within the Williamson County tax base. Median household income in the area is approximately $70,000, reflecting a mix of farming income, trade occupations, and professional telecommuters. The community has no incorporated municipal government, relying on Williamson County for road maintenance, law enforcement, and emergency services. Property tax rates reflect the county, school district, and special district levies without a city tax component, making the effective rate lower than in nearby incorporated cities.
Daily life in Weir revolves around the rural homestead and the nearby cities of Georgetown and Jarrell. There are no grocery stores, restaurants, or retail businesses within the Weir community itself; Georgetown's commercial corridors along Williams Drive and I-35 are the nearest shopping destinations, about 15 minutes south. Outdoor recreation centers on private land use — hunting, fishing stock tanks, horseback riding, and livestock management are common activities. San Gabriel Park in Georgetown, about 15 minutes away, offers a public pool, sports fields, and riverside trails. The annual Georgetown Red Poppy Festival in April and the Jarrell Corn Festival in June are the nearest community events drawing area residents together.
Things to Do in Zip Code 78674
- San Gabriel Park: Georgetown city park 15 minutes south with a public pool, playground, sports fields, and trails along the San Gabriel River.
- Georgetown Red Poppy Festival: Annual April festival on the Georgetown town square with live music, craft vendors, a parade, and over 30,000 attendees.
- Blue Hole Park: Swimming hole on the South Fork San Gabriel River in Georgetown, about 15 minutes south. Free admission.
- Hunting and Fishing: Private land in the Weir area supports white-tail deer, dove, and feral hog hunting. Stock tanks provide bass and catfish fishing.
- Inner Space Cavern: Commercial cave tour in Georgetown, about 15 minutes south, with guided tours of formations discovered during I-35 construction.
Major Employers in Zip Code 78674
- Williamson County (Government): County government based in Georgetown with over 2,000 employees across departments including road maintenance and emergency services.
- Georgetown ISD (Education): School district in nearby Georgetown with over 2,500 staff, though not directly serving 78674.
- Baylor Scott & White Georgetown (Healthcare): Hospital campus in Georgetown approximately 15 minutes south, with several hundred employees.
- Samsung Austin Semiconductor (Manufacturing): Semiconductor fab in Taylor, approximately 25 minutes east, with 3,000+ employees and ongoing expansion.
Zip Code 78674 Schools
78674 is split between Jarrell ISD and Florence ISD depending on location, with Georgetown private schools nearby.
School District: Jarrell ISD / Florence ISD
Public Schools
- Jarrell Elementary - Pre-K through 5th grade in Jarrell ISD, approximately 10 minutes south of Weir.
- Jarrell High School - 9th through 12th grade campus competing in UIL Class 4A with growing enrollment.
- Florence Elementary - Pre-K through 5th grade in Florence ISD for the western portion of 78674.
- Florence High School - 9th through 12th grade small-school campus with strong agriculture and vocational programs.
Pre-Schools
- Jarrell ISD Pre-K - Public pre-K program within Jarrell Elementary for qualifying families.
- Georgetown KinderCare - Licensed childcare center in Georgetown, approximately 15 minutes south.
Private Schools
- Summit Christian Academy - Pre-K through 12th grade school in Georgetown, approximately 15 minutes south of Weir.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is zip code 78674?
78674 covers the Weir area in northern Williamson County, approximately 10 miles north of Georgetown and 40 miles north of downtown Austin along FM-1105.
What do homes cost in 78674?
Homes in 78674 range from $200K for manufactured homes on rural lots to $900K+ for ranch properties on 10-plus acres. Raw land parcels run $15K to $30K per acre.
What school district serves 78674?
78674 is split between Jarrell ISD (eastern portion) and Florence ISD (western portion). Both offer pre-K through 12th grade. Private schools are available in Georgetown, 15 minutes south.
Is 78674 a good area for land?
78674 has numerous acreage properties from 2 to 50+ acres at prices below the Austin metro average. The area is predominantly agricultural with cattle ranching and hay production.
How far is Weir from Austin?
Weir is approximately 40 to 50 minutes from downtown Austin via I-35. Georgetown is about 15 minutes south, providing the nearest retail and medical services.