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Eviction in Taylor County (Abilene), Texas

Where eviction cases are filed in Taylor County (Abilene), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Taylor County (Abilene)

Eviction court
Taylor County Justice Courts (5 justice of the peace courts) — Justice of the Peace court Court page
Filing fee
Forcible detainer / eviction: $54 justice court fee + $80 constable fee = $134 (one defendant); $214 for two defendants. Writ of possession: $5 + $150 constable = $155 (after two hours, an additional $40 per hour per officer, two-officer minimum). Taylor County - Civil Filing Fees for Justice Court Suits
Notice before filing (state law)
At least 3 days' written notice to vacate before filing, unless the written lease provides a shorter or longer period. For a tenant evicted solely for nonpayment who was not delinquent before the month of the notice, the notice must be a notice to pay rent or vacate. Texas rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$1,276/month HUD
Renter households
21,677 (40% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Taylor County (Abilene)

Eviction cases in Taylor County (Abilene) are heard by the Taylor County Justice Courts (5 justice of the peace courts) (Justice of the Peace court).

Court eviction page · Self-help center

Justice courts hear eviction suits. Five courts: Pct. 1-1 (325) 674-1338; Pct. 1-2 (325) 674-1267; Pct. 2 (Merkel) (325) 928-5114; Pct. 3 (Tuscola) (325) 554-7893; Pct. 4 (Lawn) (325) 583-2341. A precinct map is linked from the precinct pages. Pct. 1-1 (effective May 4, 2026) is open Mon-Thu 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-5 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Eviction petition, military affidavit and self-help packets (English and Spanish) are on the county's Eviction Forms page.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Taylor County (Abilene)

Forcible detainer / eviction: $54 justice court fee + $80 constable fee = $134 (one defendant); $214 for two defendants. Writ of possession: $5 + $150 constable = $155 (after two hours, an additional $40 per hour per officer, two-officer minimum).

Totals as printed on the county's schedule, linked from the Justice of the Peace page. The schedule is undated. All fees must be paid before the document can be processed. Pct. 1-1 accepts money order, cashier's check, company check or online payment.

Source: Taylor County - Civil Filing Fees for Justice Court Suits

The Texas eviction process

Texas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Taylor County (Abilene):

  1. Written notice to vacate (at least 3 days unless lease says otherwise; pay-or-vacate form for first-time nonpayment) delivered by a method in Sec. 24.005(f-3)
  2. File sworn petition in justice court; landlord may include a sworn motion for summary disposition (Sec. 24.00505, 24.005106)
  3. Sheriff/constable must make a diligent effort to serve citation within 5 business days of filing; otherwise landlord may use another trained officer (Sec. 24.0051(f))
  4. Tenant may file a response to a summary disposition motion no later than the 4th day after service; trial is set 10-21 days after filing and not earlier than 4 days after service (Sec. 24.0051(g), 24.005106)
  5. Judgment; appeal to county court by bond, cash deposit, or statement of inability within 5 days after judgment is signed (Sec. 24.005107)
  6. Writ of possession may not issue before the 6th day after judgment (absent possession bond); officer serves it within 5 business days, posts a 24-hour warning, then executes (Sec. 24.0061)

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Rent in Taylor County (Abilene)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Abilene, TX MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,010
1 bedroom$1,020
2 bedrooms$1,276
3 bedrooms$1,653
4 bedrooms$1,987

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Taylor County (Abilene): $1,159/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure is governed by state law (Tex. Prop. Code ch. 24 and Tex. R. Civ. P. 510).

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Taylor County (Abilene)?
Eviction cases in Taylor County (Abilene) are filed with the Taylor County Justice Courts (5 justice of the peace courts).
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Taylor County (Abilene)?
Forcible detainer / eviction: $54 justice court fee + $80 constable fee = $134 (one defendant); $214 for two defendants. Writ of possession: $5 + $150 constable = $155 (after two hours, an additional $40 per hour per officer, two-officer minimum).
Where can I get help with an eviction in Taylor County (Abilene)?
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas - Abilene office.
What is the fair market rent in Taylor County (Abilene)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,276 per month (1-bedroom: $1,020).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.