In West Texas, Reeves County is anchored by Pecos, its seat, famed as the birthplace of the rodeo. Established in 1884, the county’s history is rooted in ranching, later dominated by oil and gas. Today, it is largely rural, with Pecos as its service center. Housing includes modest brick ranchers, mobile homes, and some new builds tied to oil activity. Midland is 90 miles northeast. Homes are modestly priced, usually $120,000–$200,000, while ranchland averages $1,500–$4,000 per acre. Buyers are typically oilfield workers, ranchers, and investors tied to the Permian Basin.