Jones County
TX · Pop. 19,968 · Rural County
Jones County is a rural county in Texas, spanning 929 square miles with 19,968 residents at a density of 21.5 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on wheat, hay, cotton. The median home price is $93,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.54%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 229-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.7°F and average winter lows of 32.6°F. Annual rainfall averages 26.1 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Anson General Hospital is 2.1 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 83.1% 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.
Pros
- A long 229-day growing season in USDA zone 8a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $93,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Anson General Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 2.1 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- A strong agricultural economy built on wheat, hay, cotton means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- At 21.5 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
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.
- An effective property tax rate of 1.54% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
At a glance
Jones County, TX is a solid homesteading option with some tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 60/100
- Median home price
- $93k
- Property tax
- 1.54%
- Growing season
- 229 days (zone 8a)
- Annual rainfall
- 26.1"
- Broadband
- 83.1%
- Nearest hospital
- Anson General Hospital, 2.1 mi
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Homesteading in Jones County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Jones County?
- Jones County is in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 229-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.7°F, and average winter lows of 32.6°F. The established crops are wheat, hay, cotton.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $93,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.54%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 83.1% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Anson General Hospital is 2.1 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.
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