Homes for Sale in Killeen, TX
Killeen sits in Bell County alongside Fort Hood, formerly Fort Cavazos, the largest active-duty armored post in the U.S. Military. The city of 156,000 draws military families, civilian defense workers, and first-time buyers looking for homes under $300K within an hour of Austin. Median sale prices near $230K, new construction in multiple master-planned communities, and Killeen ISD schools make it one of the most accessible markets in Central Texas.
Talk to an LRG Agent About Killeen →Killeen Demographics
Population, income, and housing tenure for the city and surrounding Bell County.
- Population156,144 / 379,811
- Median household income$58,339 / $66,051
- Median home value$215,400 / $221,100
- Median age30 yrs
- Population growth (2022–23)4.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
Killeen Commute Times
Approximate driving times from central Killeen. Peak times reflect weekday morning/evening commutes.
| Destination | Distance | Off-Peak | Rush Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hood (Main Gate) | ~10 mi | 15 min | 20–25 min |
| Temple | ~30 mi | 30–35 min | 35–45 min |
| Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport | ~8 mi | 12 min | 15–20 min |
| Downtown Austin | ~65 mi via US-190/I-35 | 60–70 min | 75–90 min |
| Austin-Bergstrom Airport (ABIA) | ~70 mi | 65–75 min | 80–95 min |
Killeen at a Glance
What It Costs to Buy in Killeen
Killeen-Area Neighborhoods
Harker Heights
Adjacent city with higher median incomes, newer construction, and strong schools. Popular with military officers and civilian defense workers.
Fort Hood area guide →Skipcha / Clear Creek
Established neighborhoods in south Killeen near Skipcha Elementary. Mature trees, larger lots, and prices typically under $250K.
Talk to an agent →Bridgewood / Yowell Ranch
Newer master-planned communities in northwest Killeen with Killeen ISD schools, HOA amenities, and homes from the low $200s.
Talk to an agent →Stonetree / Trimmier
Affordable starter-home corridors along Trimmier Road. Mix of 1990s-2010s construction. Highest inventory density in the Killeen market.
Talk to an agent →Copperas Cove
Smaller city west of Fort Hood with its own ISD. Rural-suburban feel, lower taxes, and an easy gate commute for military families.
Talk to an agent →Nolanville / Belton
East-side options with Belton ISD schools (rated higher than KISD). Slightly longer commute to Fort Hood but growing quickly.
Talk to an agent →Killeen Schools
Killeen is served primarily by Killeen ISD. Nearby Belton ISD and Copperas Cove ISD serve adjacent areas that many Killeen-area buyers also consider.
| School | Grades | Enrollment | District |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skipcha Elementary | PK-5 | ~550 | Killeen ISD |
| Meadows Elementary | PK-5 | ~620 | Killeen ISD |
| Bellaire Elementary | PK-5 | ~580 | Killeen ISD |
| Palo Alto Middle | 6-8 | ~850 | Killeen ISD |
| Liberty Hill Middle | 6-8 | ~900 | Killeen ISD |
| Killeen High School | 9-12 | ~2,100 | Killeen ISD |
| Shoemaker High School | 9-12 | ~2,000 | Killeen ISD |
| Ellison High School | 9-12 | ~2,200 | Killeen ISD |
| Harker Heights High School | 9-12 | ~2,100 | Killeen ISD |
| District | TEA Rating | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Killeen ISD | B | ~46,000 |
| Belton ISD | A | ~14,000 |
| Copperas Cove ISD | B | ~8,500 |
