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Wilbarger County

TX · Pop. 12,712 · Rural County

72/100Homestead Score

Wilbarger County is a rural county in Texas, spanning 971 square miles with 12,712 residents at a density of 13.1 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on wheat, cotton, hay. The median home price is $99,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.47%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 238-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.8°F and average winter lows of 29.3°F. Annual rainfall averages 27.9 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Wilbarger General Hospital is 6.6 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 98.4% of homes. On the hazard side, tornado risk is very high, wildfire risk is very high, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 1.47%
Growing Season: 238 days
Broadband: 98.4%
Density: 13.1/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 238-day growing season in USDA zone 8a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • A median home price of $99,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • Broadband reaches 98.4% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
  • Wilbarger General Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 6.6 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
  • A strong agricultural economy built on wheat, cotton, hay means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.

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.
  • An effective property tax rate of 1.47% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
  • A poverty rate of 18.8% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.

At a glance

Wilbarger County, TX is a strong overall fit for homesteading.

Homestead score
72/100
Median home price
$99k
Property tax
1.47%
Growing season
238 days (zone 8a)
Annual rainfall
27.9"
Broadband
98.4%
Nearest hospital
Wilbarger General Hospital, 6.6 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.47%
Median Household Income$51,626
Poverty Rate18.8%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$99K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8a
Growing Season238 days
Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
Avg Summer High94.8°F
Avg Winter Low29.3°F
Top CropsWheat, Cotton, Hay

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought10/10
Wildfire7/10
Tornado7/10
Flood2/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalWilbarger General Hospital (6.6 mi)
Emergency RoomYes
Healthcare Facilities2

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage98.4%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3.8%
Ag EconomyStrong

Homesteading in Wilbarger County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Wilbarger County?
Wilbarger County is in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 238-day growing season, average summer highs of 94.8°F, and average winter lows of 29.3°F. The established crops are wheat, cotton, hay.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $99,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.47%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
Is broadband internet available?
Broadband reaches 98.4% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
How close is healthcare?
Wilbarger General Hospital is 6.6 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.