Killeen

What Buyers Should Know

Killeen (population ~159,000) is the largest city in Bell County and sits directly adjacent to Fort Cavazos — the U.S. Army’s largest active-duty armored installation. Killeen ISD anchors the schools — over 46,000 students across the district. Estimated 2026 median home price near $245,000 — among the most affordable major Texas markets, making TSAHC Home Sweet Texas 80% AMI broadly accessible. Most Killeen buyers stationed at Fort Cavazos pair a VA loan (zero down) with TSAHC Heroes (Veterans category) DPA. See Bell County guide for full county context.