Jack County

TX · Pop. 146,437 · Mixed County

7Homestead Score

Jack County is a mixed county in TX with a population of approximately 146,437.

$/Acre: $3,639

Property Tax: 1.8%

Growing Season: 268 days

Broadband: 79%

Safety: 6/10

Density: 106.2/sq mi

Pros

No building codes, Long growing season, Good internet

Cons

Limited amenities

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate1.8%

Local Sales Tax0.86%

Combined Sales Tax7.11%

Cost of Living Index101.7

Median Household Income$79,890

Poverty Rate8.2%

Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$3,639

Median Home Price$418K

Acres for Sale3848

Building CodeNone

Permit Required

Zoning TypeMinimal Zoning

Tiny Home Friendly

Mobile Home Friendly

Min Lot Size2.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone7

Growing Season268 days

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches

Avg Summer High98°F

Avg Winter Low29°F

Soil TypeLoam

Soil Quality7/10

Elevation2,424 ft

Top CropsCorn

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought6/10

Wildfire6/10

Tornado4/10

Flood2/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceSpring

Well Depth (avg)100 ft

Water AvailabilityAdequate

Solar (Avg PSH)5.6

Wind Potential5/10

Electric Rate$0.18/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated

HOA PrevalenceRare

Livestock Allowed

Chicken OrdinanceRestricted

Burn Permit Required

Raw Milk AccessYes

Safety

Violent Crime /100K363

Property Crime /100K418

Overall Safety6/10

Sheriff Response43 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital21.6 miles

Emergency Room

Healthcare Facilities3

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage79%

Cell CoverageFair

Starlink Available

Nearest Town19 miles

Nearest City60 miles

School District5/10

Farmers Markets3

Public Land Nearby43%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate4%

Ag EconomyWeak