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Texas is a great place to raise a family, and these are the top counties in which to do it.

Whether you're a history buff or aching to dip your toes in some cool water, you can find all this and more without swiping your card.

With inflation still eating into American household budgets, middle-class Americans are paying keen attention to their finances and finding ways to reduce spending.

On the list, there's a robust mix of offerings from great schools and nightlife to high walkability and public parks.