Climate & Weather

Taylor County has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and periodic drought

Taylor County averages about 23 inches of rain per year, with hot summers, occasional drought, and the potential for severe thunderstorms and hail in spring.

Taylor County The Great Outdoors

Taylor County sits in the Rolling Plains of West Texas at elevations between about 1,670 and 2,410 feet. The climate is semi-arid. Average annual rainfall is about 23.59 inches. Summers are hot, often with sustained heat above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Drought is a recurring condition, especially in dry years.

Spring brings the highest chance of severe thunderstorms. Hail is common and can damage roofs, vehicles, and crops. Unlike East Texas, Taylor County does not face hurricane risk. Winter freezes occur but are usually brief. If you are buying a home here, insurance for hail damage matters more than coastal windstorm coverage.

Source to confirm: Handbook of Texas — Taylor County

More Taylor County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two offices handle property taxes here

Taylor County has both an appraisal district and a tax assessor-collector, but the county tax office does not collect property taxes — the appraisal district handles collection for most taxing units.

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Homestead Exemption

Homestead exemption cuts your school tax bill

Texas law requires every school district to exempt $140,000 of your home's value from taxation, but you must apply through the Taylor County Appraisal District to get the benefit.

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Agricultural Valuation

Farm and ranch land can be taxed on productivity, not market value

Texas allows agricultural land to be appraised on what it can produce rather than what it could sell for, which usually means a much lower tax bill.

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Tax Bill Breakdown

Multiple taxing units appear on your property tax bill

Your Taylor County property tax bill can include charges from up to 18 different taxing units — the county, a school district, and possibly a city or water district.

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