The Killeen-Temple metropolitan area is the 121st largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 404,130 spread across 18 cities and towns in TX. Anchored by Killeen, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Killeen-Temple metro area earn an average household income of $66,635, while the average home value sits at $192,320. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,087 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Killeen-Temple metro reports an average violent crime rate of 318.1 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 2,968.1 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 66.7°F, offering a warm climate year-round. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 10.2%, which is near the national average.

With 18 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Killeen-Temple metro area offers a wide variety of living options. Despite its more compact size, the metro area provides a range of communities with their own unique character and appeal. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature	66.7°F
Avg January Temp	48.1°F
Avg July Temp	84.4°F
Avg Annual Precipitation	36.5"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate	318.1 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate	2968.1 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate	4.1%
Avg Poverty Rate	10.2%
Avg Median Age	36.7

All 18 Cities in Killeen-Temple Metro Area

1 Killeen TX 156,144

2 Temple TX 86,358

3 Copperas Cove TX 37,149

4 Harker Heights TX 33,595

5 Fort Hood TX 25,786

6 Belton TX 23,769

7 Gatesville TX 16,058

8 Lampasas TX 7,506

9 Nolanville TX 6,372

10 Morgan's Point Resort TX 4,709

11 Troy TX 2,628

12 Kempner TX 1,242

13 Lometa TX 787

14 Pendleton TX 689

15 Flat TX 489

16 Oglesby TX 412

17 South Mountain TX 295

18 Mound TX 142

Killeen-Temple Metro Area

Largest Cities in Killeen-Temple Metro

Killeen, TX

Temple, TX

Copperas Cove, TX

Harker Heights, TX

Fort Hood, TX

Belton, TX

Gatesville, TX

Lampasas, TX

Nolanville, TX

Morgan's Point Resort, TX

Troy, TX

Kempner, TX

Metro Area Overview

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All 18 Cities in Killeen-Temple Metro Area