Cities & Towns in Taylor County, TX

Taylor County, county in Texas, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 139,200 inhabitants. The county was created 146 years ago in 1878. Its county seat is Abilene.

There are 1 city/town in Taylor County, TX. The largest city of Taylor County is Abilene with a population of 124,407.

Abilene
Abilene

Abilene, The third most populous city in Taylor County, Texas.

Situated in west-central Texas, Taylor County offers a range of small, friendly communities with ties to rural heritage. The county seat and largest city is Abilene, home to around 125,000 residents and several colleges including Abilene Christian University and Hardin-Simmons University.

Beyond the opportunities of Abilene, Taylor County contains several smaller towns like Buffalo Gap, Impact, Lawn, Merkel, Tye, and Tuscola. Buffalo Gap, founded in 1879, celebrates its Old West history through attractions like the Buffalo Gap Historic Village museum. The tiny town of Impact got its unique name from being the midpoint on the railroad between Fort Worth and El Paso. And Merkel provides close-knit small town life to around 3,000 residents.

Taylor County's rural areas are dotted with tiny unincorporated communities like Ovalo, Potosi, and View which exude quaint, countryside charm. Known for friendly neighbors, local businesses, and community pride, these small towns encapsulate the welcoming spirit of the Texas Panhandle.

With its mix of college town vibes, rural heritage, and tight-knit communities, the cities and towns of Taylor County provide residents with authentic Texas living. This post explores the hidden gems and local flavor found throughout the municipalities of Taylor County.

All Taylor County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Taylor County.

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City Name Title Population
Abilene The third most populous city in Taylor County, Texas. 124,407
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