Palo Pinto County · North Texas community guide
Living in Mineral Wells
Mineral Wells is a historic spa town in the hills west of Weatherford, known for its mineral water, the landmark Baker Hotel and Lake Mineral Wells State Park.
Overview
About Mineral Wells
Mineral Wells, in Palo Pinto and Parker counties, is named for the mineral springs that made it a nationally known health resort in the early 1900s. The Famous Mineral Water Company, home of Crazy Water, still bottles mineral water here, and the towering Baker Hotel remains the city's landmark.
Baseball history runs deep, too: the Chicago White Sox held spring training here in 1919. The former Fort Wolters army post now hosts a Weatherford College campus. Mineral Wells had 14,820 residents at the 2020 census.
Who Mineral Wells suits
Mineral Wells suits buyers looking for value, hill-country scenery and historic character, and those who want to be close to both Possum Kingdom Lake and the I-20 corridor.
At a glance
Mineral Wells by the numbers
Figures are sourced below with their dates. Market values change; confirm current numbers with Jamie before making decisions.
Housing
Homes & neighborhoods
Mineral Wells has some of the most affordable typical home values in this guide, from historic homes and established neighborhoods to rural acreage in the surrounding hills. Inspections deserve extra attention on older homes and on properties with wells and septic systems.
Homes for sale
Homes for Sale in Mineral Wells
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Schools
Mineral Wells school districts
| District | TEA 2026 | TEA 2025 | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mineral Wells ISD | B (87) | B (83) | Serves the city of Mineral Wells. |
| Santo ISD | A (91) | A (90) | Serves rural areas south of Mineral Wells. |
| Palo Pinto ISD | A (92) | A (93) | Serves areas west toward Palo Pinto. |
| Perrin-Whitt CISD | A (90) | A (91) | Serves areas north toward Perrin. |
Ratings are Texas Education Agency A–F accountability ratings (overall score in parentheses), released August 2026. See campus details on TXschools.gov. School boundaries change and don't follow city limits; confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
Market notes · as of September 2026
Mineral Wells home prices
Zillow's Home Value Index puts the typical Mineral Wells home at $205,222 as of September 2026, roughly flat 0.3% from a year earlier. The index is a smoothed, seasonally adjusted measure of mid-tier single-family homes and condos, not a sale price for any one house.
For comparison, Zillow's Fort Worth index was $292,949 in the same month.
More local numbers (September 2026)
- Realtor.com, ZIP 76067 (Mineral Wells): median list price $283,000, 112 active listings, 78 median days on market, 18.9% of listings with a price cut. Source: Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory.
- GFWAR/TRERC MLS, ZIP 76067 (Mineral Wells): 15 closed sales, median sold price $167,400, 85 days on market, 7.5 months of inventory. Source: Greater Fort Worth REALTORS® ZIP Detail (Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center).
List prices (Realtor.com) and sold prices (MLS) measure different things and aren't directly comparable. Small markets can swing sharply month to month.
Values vary widely by street, lot size, age and condition, especially where acreage, waterfront or new construction is involved. Before you buy or list, ask Jamie for a free comparative market analysis built from current active, pending and sold listings in the NTREIS MLS.
Property taxes
Mineral Wells property tax rates
2025 adopted rates per $100 of taxable value, from the Texas Comptroller:
| Taxing unit | Rate per $100 |
|---|---|
| Palo Pinto County | $0.2822 |
| City of Mineral Wells | $0.5718 |
| Mineral Wells ISD | $0.9637 |
| Combined (before special districts) | $1.8176 |
Example only: on a home appraised at the typical Mineral Wells value of $205,222, the combined rate works out to about $3,730 a year before exemptions. A homestead exemption lowers the school-tax portion (school districts must exempt $140,000 of a homestead's value, with an additional $60,000 for owners 65 or older or disabled, per the Texas Comptroller). Your actual bill depends on the appraised value, exemptions and any special districts.
Special districts (hospital, college, emergency services, MUD/PID and others) are not included and vary by property. Appraisal district: Palo Pinto County, Parker County. This is general information, not tax advice.
Getting around
Commute & roads
US 180 runs east to Weatherford and west toward Palo Pinto and Possum Kingdom Lake; US 281 runs north to Jacksboro and south to I-20 and Stephenville.
- Downtown Fort Worth: about 63 minutes / 51 miles
- Graford: about 17 minutes
Drive times are routing estimates from OSRM without traffic; rush hour and highway construction can add significant time.
Outdoors
Lakes & recreation
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway offers a lake for swimming, fishing and paddling, rock climbing at Penitentiary Hollow, and a rail-trail toward Weatherford. Possum Kingdom Lake is northwest of town.
Things to do
Notable attractions near Mineral Wells
- State parkLake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Lake, campsites, climbing at Penitentiary Hollow and a rail-trail toward Weatherford.
- Historic attractionFamous Mineral Water Company (Crazy Water)
Historic mineral water company with a water bar and bath house.
- Historic landmarkThe Baker Hotel
Landmark hotel tower in downtown Mineral Wells.
- Botanical gardenClark Gardens Botanical Park
Botanical gardens between Mineral Wells and Weatherford.
- Lake (nearby)Possum Kingdom Lake
Clear, deep Brazos River reservoir northwest of town.
Everyday life
Shopping, dining & amenities
Downtown Mineral Wells has restaurants, shops and the Crazy Water bath house, with everyday retail along US 180 and US 281.
Due diligence
Utilities, internet & flood checks
- Electricity: parts of this area are open to retail electric choice (compare plans at PowerToChoose.org), while many rural and some city areas are served by an electric cooperative or municipal utility with no choice. The provider depends on the exact address.
- Water & sewer: inside city limits, service usually comes from the city or a water supply corporation. Outside city limits, homes often rely on a water supply corporation or a private well plus an on-site septic system (OSSF). Ask for well and septic inspections before closing.
- Internet: options range from fiber and cable in town to fixed wireless and satellite in the country. Check any address on the FCC National Broadband Map.
- Flood risk: look up the property on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and ask your insurance agent about flood coverage, even outside a mapped flood zone.
Map
Mineral Wells on the map
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Keep reading
More on Mineral Wells
Local FAQ
Mineral Wells questions
Is Mineral Wells a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Mineral Wells suits buyers looking for value, hill-country scenery and historic character, and those who want to be close to both Possum Kingdom Lake and the I-20 corridor. Jamie is happy to tour Mineral Wells with you and talk through schools, commute, taxes and lifestyle.
How far is Mineral Wells from Fort Worth?
Mineral Wells is about 63 minutes (51 miles) by car to downtown Fort Worth without traffic, based on OSRM routing estimates.
What school districts serve Mineral Wells?
Mineral Wells ISD (B, 87 in 2026); Santo ISD (A, 91 in 2026); Palo Pinto ISD (A, 92 in 2026); Perrin-Whitt CISD (A, 90 in 2026). Ratings are TEA 2026 A–F accountability ratings. District boundaries do not follow city limits, so always confirm the school district for a specific address.
What is the property tax rate in Mineral Wells?
Using 2025 adopted rates from the Texas Comptroller, the combined county, city and school-district rate is about $1.8176 per $100 of taxable value (Palo Pinto County$0.2822; City of Mineral Wells$0.5718; Mineral Wells ISD$0.9637). Special districts such as hospital, college, emergency services or MUD/PID districts can add to this. Check the exact property with its appraisal district.
What county and appraisal district is Mineral Wells in?
Mineral Wells is in Palo Pinto County, Parker County. Property values are set by the appraisal district for the county where the property sits.
What is the typical home value in Mineral Wells?
Zillow's Home Value Index for Mineral Wells was $205,222 as of September 2026 (-0.3% year over year). For a specific home, ask Jamie for a comparative market analysis.
Why is it called Mineral Wells?
The city is named for its mineral springs, which made it a nationally popular health resort in the early 1900s.
Where do I file a homestead exemption in Palo Pinto County?
With the Palo Pinto Appraisal District (find its contact information in the Comptroller county directory). The general filing deadline is before May 1. School districts must exempt $140,000 of a homestead's value, per the Texas Comptroller.
Are there homes near Lake Palo Pinto or Lake Mineral Wells State Park?
Yes, the Mineral Wells area includes neighborhoods, acreage and lake-area homes near both. Availability changes daily; ask Jamie to set up a search for the area you like.
How does ag exemption work on Palo Pinto County land?
"Ag exemption" usually means open-space agricultural valuation set by the Palo Pinto County appraisal district. Each district publishes its own use and acreage guidelines. If land changes to a non-agricultural use, rollback taxes can be due for the previous three years (Texas Comptroller). Ask the CAD before you buy.
Does Mineral Wells flood, and how do I check a property?
Flood risk is property-specific, often tied to creeks, rivers and low areas. Look up the address on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, ask for the seller's disclosure and any elevation certificate, and get a flood-insurance quote even outside a mapped flood zone.
What internet service is available?
It varies by address, from fiber and cable in town to fixed wireless and satellite in rural areas. Enter the exact address on the FCC National Broadband Map and ask the seller what they use before you buy.
Sources
Where these facts come from
- Zillow Research, ZHVI by city (as of September 2026)
- Realtor.com Research ZIP inventory (September 2026)
- Greater Fort Worth REALTORS® ZIP Detail (Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center) (September 2026)
- Texas Education Agency, 2026 Statewide Multi-Year Ratings and TXschools.gov
- Texas Comptroller, 2025 county, city and school district tax rates · Comptroller exemptions
- Appraisal district contacts (Comptroller county directory): Palo Pinto County, Parker County
- Wikipedia: Mineral Wells (history; 2020 U.S. Census population)
- OSRM routing (drive-time estimates)
- Official site: Mineral Wells
This content is general information, not legal or tax advice. Rules, rates and deadlines change. Confirm details with the appropriate agency, attorney, CPA or lender.
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