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King County

TX · Pop. 189 · Rural County

65/100Homestead Score

King County sits in Texas across 911 square miles, home to 189 people at 0.2 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 215-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.4°F and average winter lows of 28.3°F. Annual rainfall averages 25.5 inches, and with drought risk rated high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Knox County Hospital is 28.6 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 89.2% of homes. On the hazard side, wildfire risk is high, drought risk is high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Growing Season: 215 days
Broadband: 89.2%
Density: 0.2/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 215-day growing season in USDA zone 8a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • At 0.2 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
  • A low unemployment rate of 2.7% reflects a stable local job base.

Cons

  • The nearest hospital, Knox County Hospital, is 28.6 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
  • The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
  • Wildfire risk is high, so defensible space and fire preparedness should be part of any build plan.

At a glance

King County, TX is a solid homesteading option with some tradeoffs.

Homestead score
65/100
Growing season
215 days (zone 8a)
Annual rainfall
25.5"
Broadband
89.2%
Nearest hospital
Knox County Hospital, 28.6 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Median Household Income$70,192
Poverty Rate15.3%

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8a
Growing Season215 days
Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
Avg Summer High94.4°F
Avg Winter Low28.3°F
Top CropsHay

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought5/10
Wildfire6/10
Tornado1/10
Flood1/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalKnox County Hospital (28.6 mi)
Emergency RoomNo
Healthcare Facilities0

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage89.2%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate2.7%
Ag EconomyWeak

Homesteading in King County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in King County?
King County is in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 215-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.4°F, and average winter lows of 28.3°F. The established crops are hay.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 89.2% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
Knox County Hospital is 28.6 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.