Johnson City, County seat in Blanco County, Texas.
Johnson City is a small town in central Texas in Blanco County, where two major highways meet at a river valley. The area sits at an elevation of about 365 meters and is defined by its location along routes connecting larger cities.
The town was founded in 1879 when a local farmer donated land to establish a settlement, and it became the county seat in 1890. This early development made the town an administrative center for the region.
The town takes its name from its founder and weaves this heritage into its local identity. Visitors can see this connection in the names of schools and public spaces that reflect the early settlement's legacy.
The town is easy to reach via U.S. Routes 281 and 290 and sits at a natural transportation crossroads. Visitors should know this is a small rural center, so larger services are better found nearby.
A former United States president came from this area and left his estate near the town. This heritage has anchored the place in American history and draws visitors interested in presidential history today.
Location: Blanco County
Inception: 1879
Elevation above the sea: 365 m
Website: http://johnsoncitytx.org
GPS coordinates: 30.27640,-98.40810
Latest update: December 17, 2025 07:45
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