Killeen

TX

Bell County, Texas

Population 387K |Median income $68,865 |7 hospitals

Population
386,897
Bell County
Median Income
$68,865
Near average
Median Home Value
$241,000
+6% vs avg
Median Age
32.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
387K+22%
Median Income
$68,865+38%
Median Home Value
$241,000+97%
Poverty Rate
14.5%-5%
Unemployment
6%-26%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Unemployment 6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.2%
Work From Home 9.4%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 49.1%
African American 22.9%
Asian 3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
43.2%
Short Sleep Duration
42.4%
High Blood Pressure
33.2%
Physical Inactivity
29.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
16.2%
Binge Drinking
15.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.6%
Current Smoking
13.3%
Diabetes
12.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 55.9%
Annual Checkup 75.6%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
3.2%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
3
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.8/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
4
BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER - TEMPLE
TEMPLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
TEMPLE VA MEDICAL CENTER (VA CENTRAL TEXAS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM)
TEMPLE · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
SETON MEDICAL CENTER HARKER HEIGHTS
HARKER HEIGHTS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ADVENTHEALTH CENTRAL TEXAS
KILLEEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Killeen Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Killeen, TX? ▼
Killeen, TX has a population of 386,897 people, located in Bell County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Killeen? ▼
The median household income in Killeen, TX is $68,865 per year. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
What is the median home value in Killeen? ▼
The median home value in Killeen, TX is $241,000. Median rent is $1,224/month.
What are the top health concerns in Killeen? ▼
The top health indicators in Killeen include Obesity (43.2%), Short Sleep Duration (42.4%), High Blood Pressure (33.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Killeen? ▼
Killeen has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Killeen? ▼
The median age in Killeen, TX is 32.3 years. 27.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Killeen, TX is located in Bell County, Texas. With a population of 387K and a median household income of $68,865, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Killeen area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bell County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.