Hardin, TX County is a small rural county located in Southeast Texas. It has a population of just over 18,000 people as of 2019. Despite its small size, Hardin County receives high rankings from BestPlaces for many categories. For instance, it's rated #1 on the Most Affordable Places to Live list and #3 on the Safest Places to Live list. Furthermore, it also ranks highly in regards to education and healthcare with an A+ rating for public schools and an A- rating for quality of care at hospitals and clinics. Overall, Hardin County is an excellent place to live that offers a great quality of life for its residents.
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