Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Hill Country scenery, historic courthouse squares, and no state income tax.
1. Fredericksburg: Best overall
2. New Braunfels: Best for families
3. Wimberley: Best Hill Country escape
4. Boerne: Best value near a city
5. Marble Falls: Best lakeside town
6. Granbury: Best historic square
7. Marfa: Best for art lovers
8. Salado: Best tiny village
Texas is more than its giant metros. The Hill Country and beyond are full of small towns with historic squares, wineries, German heritage, and a far slower pace, all with no state income tax. Here are the 8 best small towns in Texas, ranked for charm and livability.