Taylor County
Origin of the Name
Taylor County was named after Edward Taylor, George Taylor, and James Taylor, three brothers who perished in the defense of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution.
Taylor County
County Details
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County Seat Abilene
Established 1858
Population 143,208
Median Age 33
Land Area 915.54 sq mi
Water Area 3.77 sq mi
Total Area 919.3 sq mi
Percent Urban 82.49%
Percent Rural 17.51%
Latitude, Longitude 32.2455° N, 99.8125° W