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Historic Central Texas Town

About Hico, TX

Welcome to Hico, the historic Hamilton County town where Central Texas meets the Hill Country, known for its Billy the Kid legend and preserved downtown.

Hico is a small city in Hamilton County, Texas, set in the rolling countryside where Central Texas transitions toward the Hill Country. With a 2020 census population of about 1,300 residents, it is a close-knit town with deep agricultural roots and a distinctive local identity built around history, legend, and community pride. The town developed as a cattle and cotton market serving the surrounding ranching country, and that heritage still shapes its character. Hico's downtown preserves a collection of historic buildings, including Hico City Hall, constructed in 1903 and believed to be among the oldest continually functioning city halls in Texas. The downtown's vintage facades and small businesses give the town a walkable, character-rich center. Hico is perhaps best known for its connection to the Billy the Kid legend. A longtime local resident, Brushy Bill Roberts, claimed in his later years to be the famed outlaw, and the town responded by opening a Billy the Kid Museum that remains a point of local pride and a draw for visitors. The annual Billy the Kid Rides Again Open Car Show keeps that story woven into community life. Education is provided by Hico Independent School District, and the town has a strong six-man football tradition that reflects the small schools of rural Texas. U.S. Highways 281 and 84 intersect at Hico, placing it within reach of Waco, the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, and the Hill Country's recreational areas. Hico appeals to those seeking small-town Texas living with genuine character, from its historic downtown and annual events to its ranchland setting. Its location between the Hill Country and larger metro areas offers a balance of rural pace and regional access.

Population 1,335
County Hamilton
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Where is Hico, Texas located?

Hico is in Hamilton County in Central Texas, at the junction of U.S. Highways 281 and 84. It sits in the rolling countryside between Waco to the east and the western Hill Country, roughly 60 miles southwest of Fort Worth.

What is Hico, Texas known for?

Hico is known for its preserved historic downtown, its Billy the Kid Museum, and its cattle-and-cotton history. The town's connection to the Billy the Kid legend comes from a local man, Brushy Bill Roberts, who claimed to be the famous outlaw.

What is Hico's connection to Billy the Kid?

Hico is associated with the Billy the Kid legend through Brushy Bill Roberts, a longtime resident who claimed to be the outlaw. The town opened the Billy the Kid Museum in response to the story, and it remains a local attraction and point of pride.

What school district serves Hico?

Students in Hico attend Hico Independent School District, which serves the town and surrounding area. The community has a strong tradition of six-man football, reflecting the small schools of the rural Texas region.

What is Hico's population?

Hico has a population of roughly 1,300 residents, according to the 2020 census. It is a small Central Texas city with a close-knit, historic character and a downtown built around vintage buildings and local businesses.

How far is Hico from Fort Worth or Waco?

Hico sits on U.S. Highways 281 and 84, roughly 60 miles southwest of Fort Worth and within reach of Waco and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex by highway, making regional travel straightforward for residents and visitors alike.

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About Hico

Real Estate & Housing

Hico's housing stock reflects its age and agricultural setting. The town offers a mix of historic and older single-family homes near the downtown, along with more recent construction on town lots and larger ranch-style properties on acreage in the surrounding countryside. Buyers are often drawn to the character of the historic homes, the small-town Texas setting, and the availability of land for those wanting a rural lifestyle. The market serves a blend of long-term residents, families tied to area ranching, and newcomers seeking a slower pace within reach of larger cities.

Neighborhoods

Hico is centered on its historic downtown, where older homes and commercial buildings cluster around the central streets and vintage storefronts. Residential neighborhoods radiate outward from this core, transitioning from in-town homes on modest lots to larger acreage and ranch properties in the surrounding countryside. The town's compact scale keeps most residents close to schools, churches, and downtown businesses, while the open landscape beyond provides room for those seeking land and privacy. This blend of historic in-town living and rural acreage defines Hico's residential character.

Lifestyle in Hico

Hico's lifestyle is rooted in small-town tradition and a lively sense of local identity. The historic downtown draws visitors to its shops, eateries, and vintage building facades, while community events keep the calendar full. The annual Billy the Kid Rides Again Open Car Show celebrates the town's outlaw legend, and six-man football is a point of local pride, with a Super Saturday event that showcases the region's small-school teams. Combined with its ranching heritage and a location between the Hill Country and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Hico offers a warm, character-rich daily life.

Schools & Education

Hico is served by Hico Independent School District, which operates the town's public schools and draws students from the surrounding rural area. The community has a strong tradition of six-man football, a hallmark of small schools across rural Texas, and school athletics and events play a central role in local life. The district's small scale means close relationships among students, families, and staff, which many residents value. Families relocating to Hico typically consider the district alongside the town's historic charm and rural setting.

Getting Around

Hico sits at the junction of U.S. Highways 281 and 84, giving it direct road connections north and south and east and west across Central Texas. The town is roughly 60 miles southwest of Fort Worth and within reach of Waco and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex by highway. State highways and county roads link Hico to surrounding communities and the Hill Country. As in most rural Texas towns, daily life is car-dependent, but the highway junction makes regional travel straightforward for commuters and visitors alike.

Parks & Recreation

Recreation in Hico revolves around its historic downtown and community traditions. The Billy the Kid Museum and the annual Billy the Kid Rides Again Open Car Show draw visitors, while six-man football events celebrate the region's small-school athletic culture. Local parks and the surrounding countryside support outdoor activities, and Hico's position between the Hill Country and the Dallas–Fort Worth area puts hiking, fishing, and larger regional attractions within a reasonable drive. The town's recreation is modest but woven tightly into its community calendar and local identity.

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Houses in Hico, TX

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10135 Divine Breeze
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10135 Divine Breeze
San Antonio, TX 78251
  • 1,519 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2010375
13724 WHISPER RNCH
$1,795 Price Change
13724 WHISPER RNCH
San Antonio, TX 78252
  • 1,178 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2007919
2001 Faro Drive #26
$2,600 For Rent
2001 Faro Drive #26
Austin, TX 78741
  • 1,943 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 6178562
9702 HIDDEN FLS
$236,400 New
9702 HIDDEN FLS
San Antonio, TX 78250
  • 1,452 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2011071
5720 Brook Prairie
$1,900 Price Change
5720 Brook Prairie
San Antonio, TX 78244
  • 2,243 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2006916
11403 Sandstone Canyon Drive
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11403 Sandstone Canyon Drive
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  • 2,861 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
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8416 Fm 541
$539,000 New
8416 Fm 541
Stockdale, TX 78160
  • 1,649 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2010137
26303 Prairie School Lane
$775,000 For Sale
26303 Prairie School Lane
Katy, TX 77494
  • 3,950 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 58388732
$595,000 For Sale
20000 Victoria Chase Road
Lago Vista, TX 78645
  • 2,281 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 9444238
5019 Oak Forest Drive
$2,500 For Rent
5019 Oak Forest Drive
Houston, TX 77018
  • 2,294 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 21578368
401 Shadywood Circle
$249,900 Coming Soon
401 Shadywood Circle
Conroe, TX 77304
  • 1,769 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 5320100
411 Peaceful Lane
$230,000 Price Change
411 Peaceful Lane
San Antonio, TX 78264
  • 2,000 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2006308

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Townhomes in Hico, TX

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4 Townhouse Circle
$1,900 For Rent
4 Townhouse Circle
Wimberley, TX 78676
  • 1,441 sqft
  • 3 beds
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5502 Cibolo Pass Unit 1
$1,595 New
5502 Cibolo Pass Unit 1
Converse, TX 78109
  • 1,253 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2011070
13151 Walden Road #161
$114,000 For Sale
13151 Walden Road #161
Montgomery, TX 77356
  • 432 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 6484278
6317 GREEN TOP DR
$1,225 For Rent
6317 GREEN TOP DR
San Antonio, TX 78233
  • 935 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 2008397
484 E Olmos
$3,395 For Rent
484 E Olmos
San Antonio, TX 78212
  • 1,936 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1954986
10207 TULIPWOOD RUN Unit 102
$1,600 For Rent
10207 TULIPWOOD RUN Unit 102
San Antonio, TX 78252
  • 1,505 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1954706
100 DINN DR Unit 6
$650 For Rent
100 DINN DR Unit 6
San Antonio, TX 78218
  • 494 sqft
  • 1 baths
  • 1970526
9193 DIETZ ELKHORN RD Unit 36
$2,095 For Rent
9193 DIETZ ELKHORN RD Unit 36
Boerne, TX 78015
  • 1,380 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2008225
534 WALTON AVE
$950 For Rent
534 WALTON AVE
San Antonio, TX 78225
  • 1,536 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 2008231
606 Brookview Dr Unit C
$1,000 For Rent
606 Brookview Dr Unit C
San Antonio, TX 78213
  • 700 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 2002434
302 COOPER ST Unit 201
$1,400 For Rent
302 COOPER ST Unit 201
San Antonio, TX 78210
  • 1,170 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1991168
515 W WOODLAWN AVE
$359,900 Active
515 W WOODLAWN AVE
San Antonio, TX 78212
  • 1 baths
  • 2008462

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Condos in Hico, TX

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12704 Venice Lane
$2,100 For Rent
12704 Venice Lane
Austin, TX 78750
  • 1,787 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 6350214
8100 MOPAC EXPY Unit 02-107
$911 New
8100 MOPAC EXPY Unit 02-107
Austin, TX 78759
  • 750 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 2011055
8100 MOPAC EXPY Unit 03-111
$866 New
8100 MOPAC EXPY Unit 03-111
Austin, TX 78759
  • 750 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 2011053
8100 MOPAC EXPY Unit 04-215
$804 New
8100 MOPAC EXPY Unit 04-215
Austin, TX 78759
  • 702 sqft
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
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10216 Eaglewood Nook
$1,825 For Rent
10216 Eaglewood Nook
San Antonio, TX 78252
  • 1,513 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.25 baths
  • 2008346
327 Ebner Street Unit A
$2,400 For Rent
327 Ebner Street Unit A
Boerne, TX 78006
  • 1,548 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
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8702 VILLAGE DR Unit 1201
$995 For Rent
8702 VILLAGE DR Unit 1201
San Antonio, TX 78217
  • 854 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 1 baths
  • 2008407
7926 Broadway #610
$1,900 For Rent
7926 Broadway #610
San Antonio, TX 78209
  • 1,075 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
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222 E Courtland Pl Unit 1
$4,000 For Rent
222 E Courtland Pl Unit 1
San Antonio, TX 78212
  • 2,554 sqft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2008457
100 LORENZ RD Unit 101
$1,500 For Rent
100 LORENZ RD Unit 101
San Antonio, TX 78209
  • 1,282 sqft
  • 2 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2008447
151 Chapel Hill Circle,
$1,800 For Rent
151 Chapel Hill Circle,
San Antonio, TX 78240
  • 1,477 sqft
  • 3 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 2008438
347 Ware Unit 18
$735 For Rent
347 Ware Unit 18
San Antonio, TX 78221
  • 1 bed
  • 1 baths
  • 1925819

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