Anchored by Wichita Falls, its seat, Wichita County blends small-city amenities with surrounding ranchland. Established in 1882, it thrived with oil and military growth—Sheppard Air Force Base remains a key employer. Today, the county is a small metro-rural mix, with Wichita Falls offering hospitals, colleges, and cultural venues. Housing includes historic homes, mid-century ranchers, suburban subdivisions, and rural properties. Homes are affordable: most sell $160,000–$260,000, with upscale homes $400,000+. Land averages $8,000–$15,000 per acre. Buyers are military families, retirees, and regional professionals.