Named "the Cowboy Capital of the World" by the Texas Legislature, Bandera County is rich in both spirit and culture. With Bandera translating to the Spanish word for "flag," Bandera County still holds remnants of its early Spanish influence. With almost 21,000 people calling Bandera County home, the scenic town features stunning natural sights, such as Medina Lake, Lost Maples State Natural Area, and other desirable spots. The quaint county expands over 798 square miles, with almost 7 miles of that being water. More than 36,400 acres were listed for sale in Texas's Bandera County recently; the combined value of all Bandera County land and rural real estate for sale was over $325 million. Bandera County ranks 26th in the Lone Star State for the total number of acres of land currently advertised for sale. There were three properties listed as sold in Bandera County in April 2019 through the Lands of America Comparable Sales Program. This represented a total value of $1,685,000. Bandera County is the 206th biggest county (798 square miles) in Texas. Bandera County is in the South Texas region of Texas. Among cities in Bandera County with land and rural real estate for sale, Bandera featured the most land for sale. Based on its natural assets, tourism and recreation contribute significant revenue toward Bandera County's overall GDP. The value and availability of land, as well as access to outdoor recreation including hunting and fishing, make Bandera County a popular destination for boomers.