Rider on a sorrel cutting horse working a black calf in a dirt arena at a Parker County equestrian ranch

Parker County · North Texas · County seat: Weatherford

Parker County, TX homes, land & communities

The “Cutting Horse Capital of the World” — Weatherford, Aledo and Willow Park, with ranchettes and equestrian property west of Fort Worth.

County seat
Weatherford
Towns we serve
6
Population
184,767Census estimate, July 2025
Main routes
I-20, I-30, US-180
Best for
Equestrian, Acreage, Families

Living in Parker County

Is Parker County a good place to live?

Parker County, west of Fort Worth, is home to Weatherford, the “Cutting Horse Capital of the World,” and fast-growing Aledo, Willow Park and Hudson Oaks. Its population grew about 25% from 2020 to roughly 184,800 in July 2025.

It is a top choice for equestrian property, ranchettes and acreage within commuting distance of Fort Worth on I-20 and I-30.

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Why people move here

  • Equestrian property in the Cutting Horse Capital of the World
  • Aledo ISD and newer communities in Willow Park and Hudson Oaks
  • Lake Weatherford and Lake Mineral Wells State Park
  • Easy I-20 and I-30 access to Fort Worth

Towns & cities

Towns in Parker County

Open a community guide for schools, neighborhoods, taxes and commute times, or jump straight to homes for sale in any town.

Buying land

Buying land & acreage in Parker County

Outside city limits, county land is mostly unincorporated, so the rules come from the county, the deed and the utility providers rather than a city. That makes due diligence before you make an offer especially important.

Texas counties generally can’t zone land outside city limits, so deed restrictions, HOA rules, floodplain maps, septic permits and nearby cities’ ETJ subdivision rules decide what you can build.

  • Survey and boundary lines
  • Legal, recorded road access
  • Water: city, water supply corporation or well
  • Septic suitability (OSSF permit)
  • FEMA floodplain
  • Deed restrictions and HOA
  • Mineral rights
  • Ag or wildlife valuation

Rural electric: Tri-County Electric and Wise Electric co-ops serve much of the countryside.

Our land & acreage guide

Taxes & schools

Property taxes & school districts

Your total property tax rate is the sum of the county, city (if inside city limits), school district and any special districts (MUD, PID, hospital or college district). The county rate itself is$0.285070 for tax year 2025 (about $0.2847 listed for 2026) per $100 of value.

Look up any property’s value, exemptions and taxing units at the Parker County Appraisal District.

School districts

Weatherford ISDAledo ISDSpringtown ISDBrock ISDPeaster ISDMillsap ISDPoolville ISDGarner ISD

Lakes & outdoors

  • Lake Weatherford, 1,112 acres
  • Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
  • The Brazos River

For sale now

Homes & land for sale in Parker County

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Parker County growing?

Yes. It grew from 148,222 people in 2020 to an estimated 184,767 in July 2025, about 25%.

Why is Weatherford called the Cutting Horse Capital of the World?

The city, chamber and a 2017 Texas House resolution all recognize Weatherford’s concentration of cutting-horse breeders, trainers and events, which is why the county is so popular for equestrian property.

What towns are in Parker County, Texas?

Ten Twenty Realty serves the whole county, includingAledo, Annetta, Hudson Oaks, Springtown, Weatherford and Willow Park. Some towns straddle the county line, so we confirm the county, school district and tax rate for every address.

What is the county seat of Parker County?

Weatherford is the county seat. The courthouse, appraisal district and most county offices are there.

Can I buy land or acreage in Parker County?

Yes. It is one of the areas our land buyers ask about most. Before you buy, we check the survey, legal access, water, septic, floodplain, deed restrictions and ag valuation. See our land & acreage guide.

Which Ten Twenty agents serve Parker County?

Shayla Eadler works the county regularly, and every inquiry is answered by a local agent, usually within the hour during business hours.

Neighboring counties we serve