In the South Plains, Terry County is anchored by Brownfield, its county seat. Established in 1876, it developed with cotton farming, oil, and wineries. Today, it remains a rural county, with agriculture dominating the economy. Housing includes modest ranch houses, cottages, and manufactured homes, with limited newer builds. Lubbock lies about 40 miles northeast. Homes are affordable, typically $100,000–$160,000, while farmland averages $1,500–$3,000 per acre. Buyers are often farmers, retirees, and families seeking affordable property near Lubbock.