Milam County
TX · Pop. 25,268 · Rural County
Milam County is a rural county in Texas, spanning 1,016 square miles with 25,268 residents at a density of 24.9 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on hay, corn, cotton. The median home price is $169,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.06%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 230-day growing season, average summer highs of 87.9°F and average winter lows of 35.4°F. Annual rainfall averages 37 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. CHI St Joseph Health Burleson Hospital is 24.6 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 87.3% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is high, tornado risk is very high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 230-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $169,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- A strong agricultural economy built on hay, corn, cotton means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- At 24.9 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.
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- The nearest hospital, CHI St Joseph Health Burleson Hospital, is 24.6 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
At a glance
Milam County, TX is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 43/100
- Median home price
- $169k
- Property tax
- 1.06%
- Growing season
- 230 days (zone 9a)
- Annual rainfall
- 37"
- Broadband
- 87.3%
- Nearest hospital
- CHI St Joseph Health Burleson Hospital, 24.6 mi
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Homesteading in Milam County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Milam County?
- Milam County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 230-day growing season, average summer highs of 87.9°F, and average winter lows of 35.4°F. The established crops are hay, corn, cotton.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $169,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.06%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 87.3% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- CHI St Joseph Health Burleson Hospital is 24.6 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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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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