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Johnson County

TX · Pop. 188,820 · Mixed County

43/100Homestead Score

Johnson County sits in Texas across 725 square miles, home to 188,820 people at 260.4 per square mile, a more developed setting where truly rural parcels are scarcer. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on hay, wheat, corn. A median home price of $255,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.28% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 232-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.3°F and average winter lows of 34.3°F. Annual rainfall averages 38.8 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne is 5.4 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 98.8% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is very high, tornado risk is very high, wildfire risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 1.28%
Growing Season: 232 days
Broadband: 98.8%
Density: 260.4/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 232-day growing season in USDA zone 8b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • Broadband reaches 98.8% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
  • Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne, with an emergency room, is just 5.4 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
  • A strong agricultural economy built on hay, wheat, corn means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
  • A low unemployment rate of 3.7% reflects a stable local job base.

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.
  • At 260.4 people per square mile, this is a developed area where finding truly rural acreage is harder and pricier.

At a glance

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

Homestead score
43/100
Median home price
$255k
Property tax
1.28%
Growing season
232 days (zone 8b)
Annual rainfall
38.8"
Broadband
98.8%
Nearest hospital
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne, 5.4 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.28%
Median Household Income$81,826
Poverty Rate10.7%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$255K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8b
Growing Season232 days
Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
Avg Summer High94.3°F
Avg Winter Low34.3°F
Top CropsHay, Wheat, Corn

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought4/10
Wildfire10/10
Tornado10/10
Flood9/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalTexas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne (5.4 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities2

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage98.8%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.7%
Ag EconomyStrong

Homesteading in Johnson County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Johnson County?
Johnson County is in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 232-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.3°F, and average winter lows of 34.3°F. The established crops are hay, wheat, corn.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $255,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.28%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 98.8% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
How close is healthcare?
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne is 5.4 miles away and includes an emergency room; there are 2 hospitals in the county.

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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.