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Killeen, Texas

city · Bell County

At a glance

158,159
Population
$215,400
Median home value (all homes)
29% below U.S. median
$220,448
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,208/mo
Median rent
10% below U.S. median
$60,977
Median household income
22% below U.S. median
25.5 min
Average commute
91.3%
Homes with broadband
87.98%
Locations with fiber available
9.7%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 91 — 9% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing11% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities11% above
Taxes57% below
Insurance25% above
Commute cost16% below
For business: Texas is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college5 mi
Nearest community college5 mi
Nearest technical college0 mi
High school graduates92.1%
College graduates21.9%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Killeen Economic Development Corp
Killeen Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) works to strengthen the local economy by supporting business growth, job creation, and long-term investment in the Killeen community. As the city’s primary economic development organization, KEDC partners with businesses, site selectors, and regional stakeholders to position Killeen as a competitive location for expansion and innovation. KEDC focuses on attracting new industry, supporting existing employers, and developing business-ready sites that align with the city’s long-term economic goals.
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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