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Loving County

TX · Pop. 54 · Rural County

51/100Homestead Score

Loving County is a rural county in Texas, spanning 669 square miles with 54 residents at a density of 0.1 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on sorghum. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 220-day growing season, average summer highs of 96.5°F and average winter lows of 30.4°F. Annual rainfall averages 13.1 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Winkler County Memorial Hospital is 27.6 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 40.7% of homes.

Growing Season: 220 days
Broadband: 40.7%
Density: 0.1/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 220-day growing season in USDA zone 8a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • At 0.1 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
  • A low unemployment rate of 0.7% reflects a stable local job base.
  • A low poverty rate of 9.3% signals a relatively stable local economy.

Cons

  • Annual rainfall of just 13.1 inches means irrigation and water storage are core requirements.
  • Broadband reaches only 40.7% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
  • The nearest hospital, Winkler County Memorial Hospital, is 27.6 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
  • The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.

At a glance

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

Homestead score
51/100
Growing season
220 days (zone 8a)
Annual rainfall
13.1"
Broadband
40.7%
Nearest hospital
Winkler County Memorial Hospital, 27.6 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Median Household Income$51,087
Poverty Rate9.3%

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8a
Growing Season220 days
Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
Avg Summer High96.5°F
Avg Winter Low30.4°F
Top CropsSorghum

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought1/10
Wildfire1/10
Tornado1/10
Flood1/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalWinkler County Memorial Hospital (27.6 mi)
Emergency RoomNo
Healthcare Facilities0

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage40.7%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate0.7%
Ag EconomyWeak

Homesteading in Loving County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Loving County?
Loving County is in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 220-day growing season, average summer highs of 96.5°F, and average winter lows of 30.4°F. The established crops are sorghum.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 40.7% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
How close is healthcare?
Winkler County Memorial Hospital is 27.6 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.