The Texas Panhandle gets its name for its proximity to the handle-shaped portion of its neighbor, Oklahoma. It is the state's least populated region. A combined 2,000 acres were listed for sale in Hemphill County, Texas, recently; the overall value of all Hemphill County farms and ranches for sale was $4 million. Hemphill County ranks 249th out of 254 counties in the Lone Star State for the total acreage of land currently advertised for sale. Of all locations in Hemphill County with farms, ranches, and rural real estate for sale, Canadian featured the most land for sale. Economically speaking, Hemphill County's is largely dependent on mining and mineral extraction-related businesses and services. Hemphill County is the 142nd largest county (912 square miles) in Texas. It's located in the Panhandle Texas region of the state.