Abilene is a city in Taylor County, and Jones County Texas, United States,in the central portion of the state. The population was 115,930 at the 2000 census. It is the principal city of the Abilene, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had a 2006 estimated population of 158,063. It is the county seat of Taylor County. Dyess Air Force Base is located to the west of the city. Abilene apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Abilene apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.