Tye is a city in Taylor County, Texas, United States. The population was 1,176 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Abilene, Texas Metropolita…Tye is a city in Taylor County, Texas, United States. The population was 1,176 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Abilene, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area. Tye is located at 32°27′12″N 99°52′1″W / 32.45333°N 99.86694°W.