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Gregg County

TX · Pop. 124,860 · Mixed County

49/100Homestead Score

Gregg County, Texas covers 273 square miles with a population of 124,860 and a density of 457.4 people per square mile, a more developed setting where truly rural parcels are scarcer. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay, haylage, beans. A median home price of $186,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.22% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 246-day growing season, average summer highs of 92.8°F and average winter lows of 35.7°F. Annual rainfall averages 48.1 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview is 5.1 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 98% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is very high, tornado risk is very high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 1.22%
Growing Season: 246 days
Broadband: 98%
Density: 457.4/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 246-day growing season in USDA zone 8b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • A median home price of $186,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • Broadband reaches 98% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
  • Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, with an emergency room, is just 5.1 miles away — strong local healthcare access.

Cons

  • Wildfire risk is very high, requiring defensible space, fire-resistant construction, and an evacuation plan.
  • Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
  • Flood risk is very high, so careful parcel siting and flood insurance are essential.
  • Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
  • The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.

At a glance

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

Homestead score
49/100
Median home price
$186k
Property tax
1.22%
Growing season
246 days (zone 8b)
Annual rainfall
48.1"
Broadband
98%
Nearest hospital
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, 5.1 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.22%
Median Household Income$64,809
Poverty Rate17%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$186K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8b
Growing Season246 days
Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
Avg Summer High92.8°F
Avg Winter Low35.7°F
Top CropsHay, Haylage, Beans

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought7/10
Wildfire7/10
Tornado10/10
Flood8/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalChristus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview (5.1 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities5

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage98%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate4.6%
Ag EconomyWeak

Homesteading in Gregg County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Gregg County?
Gregg County is in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 246-day growing season, average summer highs of 92.8°F, and average winter lows of 35.7°F. The established crops are hay, haylage, beans.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $186,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.22%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 98% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
How close is healthcare?
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview is 5.1 miles away and includes an emergency room; there are 5 hospitals in the county.

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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.