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Thornton, TX

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Population
429
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
494 ft
Median Home Value
$84,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$897/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Thornton

Thornton is a quiet rural community tucked into southern Limestone County, home to just over 400 residents. If you are looking for wide-open spaces and a relaxed pace, this small town offers classic Central Texas country living surrounded by working farms and ranches. Local kids attend schools in the Groesbeck Independent School District, making the quick eight-mile drive north along Highway 14 a regular part of daily routines for families.

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Daily life here centers on friendly neighbors, quiet country roads, and a slower pace. Residents regularly head into nearby Groesbeck or Mexia for groceries, shopping, and community events, while Lake Limestone and Fort Parker State Park provide great spots for weekend fishing and camping. With long, sunny summers and mild winters, Thornton is a welcoming option for anyone seeking affordable rural land and peaceful living.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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