Killeen, TX Census Data
The 19th largest city in Texas by population · 74 cities ranked
Killeen is the 19th largest city in Texas by population and ranks 63rd of 74 for median household income. With 156,144 residents, its poverty rate of 17.2% ranks among the higher rates in Texas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
156,144
49.8% male · 50.2% female
Median Age
30.0
8.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$58,339
$20,199 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
22.0%
13.0% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.4%
Poverty Rate
17.2%
4.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 15.7%
Broadband Access
96.0%
6.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$196,000
Median rent: $1,147 · 49% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
10.6%
Labor force participation: 52.5%
Per Capita Income
$35,742
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
25.1%
Disability rate: 15.2%
How Killeen Compares to Other Texas Cities
Rankings among all 74 Texas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 19th of 74 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 63rd of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 50th of 74 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 64th of 74 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 55th of 74 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Killeen, TX Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Killeen, TX?
The population of Killeen, TX is 156,144 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 30.0 years.
What is the median household income in Killeen?
The median household income in Killeen, TX is $58,339, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,742.
What is the poverty rate in Killeen?
The poverty rate in Killeen, TX is 17.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 15.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Killeen residents have a college degree?
22.0% of adults (25+) in Killeen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Killeen?
The median home value in Killeen, TX is $196,000. Median rent is $1,147 per month, with 49% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Killeen?
Killeen's population is 34.5% White, 37.8% Black, 27.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Killeen rank among Texas cities?
Killeen is the 19th largest city in Texas by population, the 63rd highest for median household income, the 50th lowest for poverty rate, the 64th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 74 ranked Texas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Killeen?
The unemployment rate in Killeen, TX is 10.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 52.5%. Per capita income is $35,742.
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