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Harker Heights, Texas

city · Bell County

At a glance

34,128
Population
$287,800
Median home value
5% below U.S. median
$1,146/mo
Median rent
15% below U.S. median
$81,190
Median household income
3% above U.S. median
24.1 min
Average commute
93.5%
Homes with broadband
3.9%
Unemployment

Living here

Nearest 4-year college7 mi
Nearest community college9 mi
Nearest technical college3 mi
High school graduates93%
College graduates30.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Harker Heights Economic Development
City of Harker Heights Economic Development department working with the City Council and the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce to attract, support, and facilitate business development in Harker Heights, Texas. The 2025 Business Attraction Plan guides economic development efforts, and the plan’s scope is supported by the City Administration and the Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce.
state Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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