Blanco County

Blanco County is an administrative division in Central Texas Hill Country, where the Blanco River winds through limestone formations and ranching lands. The area spans roughly 713 square miles with the terrain shaped by rolling hills and water features.

The county was established in 1858 and originally centered on the town of Blanco. In 1890, the seat of government moved to Johnson City, marking a shift in local development patterns.

Ranching shapes how people live and work across the county, with families managing cattle operations that define the landscape and daily rhythm. This agricultural heritage remains visible in the land use and local identity.

The area connects to neighboring regions through U.S. Highway 281 and U.S. Highway 290, offering direct routes toward Austin and San Antonio. These highways serve as the main access points for visitors exploring the county.

Samuel Ealy Johnson Sr. built a cattle operation here that would later influence his grandson Lyndon B. Johnson's path to national politics. This family connection between ranching and the presidency remains part of local history.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1858

Capital city: Johnson City

Shares border with: Burnet County, Travis County, Hays County, Comal County, Kendall County, Gillespie County, Llano County

Website: http://co.blanco.tx.us

GPS coordinates: 30.27000,-98.40000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08