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Carson County

TX · Pop. 5,802 · Rural County

40/100Homestead Score

Carson County sits in Texas across 920 square miles, home to 5,802 people at 6.3 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on cotton, corn, wheat. A median home price of $141,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.36% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7a with a 178-day growing season, average summer highs of 90.1°F and average winter lows of 21.6°F. Annual rainfall averages 21.8 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Golden Plains Community Hospital is 17.5 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 88.1% of homes. On the hazard side, tornado risk is high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 1.36%
Growing Season: 178 days
Broadband: 88.1%
Density: 6.3/sq mi

Pros

  • A median home price of $141,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • A strong agricultural economy built on cotton, corn, wheat means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
  • At 6.3 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
  • A low unemployment rate of 2.9% reflects a stable local job base.
  • A low poverty rate of 7.2% signals a relatively stable local economy.

Cons

  • Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
  • Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
  • Annual rainfall of just 21.8 inches means irrigation and water storage are core requirements.
  • An effective property tax rate of 1.36% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
  • The nearest hospital, Golden Plains Community Hospital, is 17.5 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.

At a glance

Carson County, TX is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.

Homestead score
40/100
Median home price
$141k
Property tax
1.36%
Growing season
178 days (zone 7a)
Annual rainfall
21.8"
Broadband
88.1%
Nearest hospital
Golden Plains Community Hospital, 17.5 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.36%
Median Household Income$84,583
Poverty Rate7.2%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$141K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7a
Growing Season178 days
Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
Avg Summer High90.1°F
Avg Winter Low21.6°F
Top CropsCotton, Corn, Wheat

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought10/10
Wildfire9/10
Tornado5/10
Flood1/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalGolden Plains Community Hospital (17.5 mi)
Emergency RoomNo
Healthcare Facilities0

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage88.1%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate2.9%
Ag EconomyStrong

Homesteading in Carson County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Carson County?
Carson County is in USDA hardiness zone 7a with a 178-day growing season, average summer highs of 90.1°F, and average winter lows of 21.6°F. The established crops are cotton, corn, wheat.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $141,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.36%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 88.1% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
Golden Plains Community Hospital is 17.5 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.

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Data sources

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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.