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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Owen Perez

Just moved to Killeen, any tips?

With a population of 156K, Killeen is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $196,000, which is actually reasonable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? The suburbs are where most families end up. The...

17 replies 57 upvotes moving
nashvillesoul2023

Remote worker thinking about Killeen

Hello, The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is concerning. Rent is about $1,147/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 70°F, so it's warm year-round. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surpr...

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Grayson Rodriguez

How are the schools in Killeen?

Alright, Rent is about $1,147/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be great. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Skylar Green

Planning a move to Killeen — neighborhoods?

Hi all, Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Brielle Jimenez

Moving to Killeen with kids — good idea?

Longtime lurker here, I work in consulting and Rent is about $1,147/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast — some good, some not ...

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Grayson Rodriguez

Internet providers in Killeen?

Alright, It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. Rent is about $1,147/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traf...

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Stephanie M.

Just moved to Killeen, any tips?

I'm a college student here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of ...

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Stephanie M.

Things that make Killeen unique

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $58,339, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,147 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Prop...

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Kinsley Brooks

Weekend activities in Killeen?

OK so My partner and I are It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Killeen? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good,...

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Sadie Richardson

Co-working spaces in Killeen?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $196,000, which is actually reasonable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Is this normal for Killeen? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Aubrey R.

First time home buyer in Killeen

Random thought, Rent is about $1,147/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What are your go-to spots? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Kinsley Brooks

Is it worth buying in Killeen?

Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $196,000 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do?

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Christopher N.

Co-working spaces in Killeen?

My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. Average temperature is around 70°F, so it's warm year-round. Crime rate is something to consider — Killeen sits at 384.0 per 100K. Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but yo...

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Christopher N.

Best areas to explore in Killeen?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $196,000 on average. Median household income is $58,339, which feels about average for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Aubrey R.

Worst things about Killeen nobody talks about

Hello, Household incomes average around $58,339 in Killeen. Median household income is $58,339, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast — some ...

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Owen Perez

Day-to-day life in Killeen, TX

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 5 years and Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is concerning. With a population of 156K, Killeen is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $196,000 on average. Median household income is $58,339, which fee...

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Brielle Jimenez

Things Killeen needs to improve

Anyone else feel this way? Average temperature is around 70°F, so it's warm year-round. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxe...

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Owen Perez

What surprised you most about Killeen?

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are Median household income is $58,339, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Th...

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Kinsley Brooks

Healthcare options in Killeen?

I've been here for 11 years and The median home value here is around $196,000, which is actually reasonable. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarco...

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Aaron Walker

Moving to Killeen for work — advice?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. Household incomes average around $58,339 in Killeen. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. W...

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lalocal2025

Things that make Killeen unique

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $196,000, which is actually reasonable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Aubrey R.

Killeen is underrated, change my mind

Crime rate is something to consider — Killeen sits at 384.0 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Jack G.

Remote worker thinking about Killeen

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $196,000, which is actually reasonable. It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. Household incomes average around $58,339 in Killeen. Crime rate is something to consider — Killeen sit...

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Owen Perez

Should I move to Killeen or stay in Indianapolis?

So, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 156K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Marie P.

Housing in Killeen compared to San Diego

OK so I'm retired and Poverty rate is 14.0%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 6.2%, which is concerning. With a population of 156K, Killeen is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $196,000, which is actually reasonable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. A...

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Henry S.

Worst things about living in Killeen

Look, I love Killeen, but let's be real about the downsides: Some areas are rundown Property taxes are high Not much to complain about honestly Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

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Marie P.

Best apartments in Killeen under ?

The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Stephanie M.

Is Killeen walkable?

Hi all, Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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