#94. Boerne
Six community parks (including a skate park) and three walking trails add to the livability of Boerne, a city founded in the 1850s by German settlers, whose heritage is still represented today throughout the city. The downtown district includes unique shops and restaurants. The high-achieving Boerne Independent School District prepares students for college. Health-care options for residents include Methodist Boerne Emergency Center, the only 24/7 emergency center in south and central Texas. See where Boerne ranked on our Best Small Towns 2012 list.Â