Hickman County
TN · Pop. 25,229 · Suburban County
Hickman County sits in Tennessee across 612 square miles, home to 25,229 people at 41.2 per square mile. The agricultural economy is rated moderate, built on hay, soybeans, corn. The median home price is $192,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.57%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 186-day growing season, average summer highs of 84.9°F and average winter lows of 27.6°F. Annual rainfall averages 52.2 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital is 1.6 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 87.7% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is high, tornado risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 186-day growing season in USDA zone 7b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.57% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $192,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital, with an emergency room, is just 1.6 miles away — strong local healthcare access.
- A low unemployment rate of 3.3% reflects a stable local job base.
Cons
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- Flood risk is high, so low-lying parcels deserve careful evaluation before purchase.
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Homesteading in Hickman County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Hickman County?
- Hickman County is in USDA hardiness zone 7b with a 186-day growing season, average summer highs of 84.9°F, and average winter lows of 27.6°F. The established crops are hay, soybeans, corn.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $192,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.57%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 87.7% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital is 1.6 miles away and includes an emergency room; there is 1 hospital 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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