Fort Hood, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Bell County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Fort Hood based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
25,786
2023 ACS
Median Income
$59,661
2023
Median Home Value
N/A
2023
Median Rent
$1,368
2023
Median Age
21.8
Unemployment
13.2%
Cost of Living Index
108.0
100 = national avg
Fort Hood is a city in Bell County, Texas, with a population of 25,786 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Fort Hood is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Fort Hood is $59,661. The cost of living index is 108.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,368 per month. The unemployment rate is 13.2%, and the median age is 21.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
25,786
Male
17,073
66.2%
Female
8,713
33.8%
Median Age
21.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.0%
High School or Higher
15.5%
Foreign Born
6.0%
Veterans
7.3%
Married
34.9%
Avg Household Size
3.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.549
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
58.5%
Foreign Born
6.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
22.0%
5,683 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
78.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
22,799
English Only
81.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,510 speakers
Limited English
3.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.3%
Limited English Proficiency
3.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,877
7.3% of population
Disability Rate
16.1%
302 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$26,122
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,396
74.4%
Female Veterans
481
25.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$26,122
Non-Veteran Income
$23,823
Difference
$2,299
9.7% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
302
Without Disability
1,575
Disability Rate
16.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
13,920
#1 Ancestry
German
10.6% (2,745)
#2 Ancestry
American
8.4% (2,159)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
6.9% (1,777)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
4,692
Family Households
4,190
89.3%
Married Couples
3,764
80.2%
Non-Family Households
502
10.7%
Single Mother Households
289
6.2%
Single Father Households
137
2.9%
Living Alone
448
9.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,638
In Married Couple
5,903
88.9%
With Single Mother
673
10.1%
With Single Father
62
0.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$59,401
Married Couple Income
$61,916
Single Father Income
$51,691
Avg Family Size
3.4
Avg Non-Family Size
3.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
97
Grandparents Responsible
19
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$59,661
-19% vs national
Per Capita Income
$23,388
-37% vs national
Poverty Rate
12.3%
-10% vs national
Gini Index
0.3777
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
13.2%
+154% vs national
SNAP Recipients
10.7%
of households
How Fort Hood Compares
Fort Hood vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Fort Hood is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Fort Hood, TX has a median household income of $59,661, making it the 16,655th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fort Hood has a higher median household income than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Fort Hood, TX has a per capita income of $23,388, making it the 23,753rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fort Hood has a higher per capita income than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Fort Hood, TX has a poverty rate of 12.3%, making it the 13,952nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Fort Hood has a higher poverty rate than 55% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Fort Hood, TX has a unemployment rate of 13.2%, making it the 2,400th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Fort Hood has a higher unemployment rate than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Fort Hood. The median household income here is $59,661.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
13.2%
+159% vs TX avg
Labor Force
15,699
Employed
3,000
Mean Commute
10 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
15.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
21.8
Work from Home
11.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Killeen-Temple, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$95.2K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
108.0
100 = national avg
+8.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,508
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,291
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$990
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,233
per month
The median household income in Fort Hood, TX is $59,661, which is 18.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $23,388. The poverty rate of 12.3% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3777, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 13.2%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 15,699. 9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 10 minutes, with 11.4% working from home. About 56.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 108.0, which is 8.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,508 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Fort Hood, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Killeen-Temple, TX metro area, home prices have risen 261.0% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 127.8%. The 10-year growth rate is 100.8%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 51.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 2.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Killeen-Temple, TX housing market rather than Fort Hood alone.
Metro area: Killeen-Temple, TX
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
N/A
Median Rent
$1,368
Total Housing Units
6,931
Vacancy Rate
32.3%
Owner Occupied
0.3%
Renter Occupied
99.7%
Median Property Tax
N/A
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$658
Housing Types
Housing data for Fort Hood, TX is limited. The median rent is $1,368 per month (Census ACS). About 0.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1977. There are 6,931 total housing units.
Crime data is not yet available for Fort Hood. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
63.4
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
65.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
38.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
14.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
23
Public Assistance
$9.4M
Individual Assistance
$2.5M
Most Common Type
Fire
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | $6.3M | $1.2M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Apr 2023 | $690K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $1.0M | $485K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.4M | $751K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Rein Street Fire → | Fire | Jun 2008 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2007 | — | $103K |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Rosewood Fire → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $83K | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia → | Other | Feb 2003 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazards → | Fire | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Reese Creek Fire → | Fire | Aug 1999 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Charley → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazard → | Fire | Feb 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 28 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
497
Total Claims Paid
$14,387,626
Avg Claim Payout
$28,949
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
9
Federal Funding
$858,142
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.08
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 5 | $589,802 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 2 | $0 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $268,340 |
| 91.4: Local Multijurisdictional Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Fort Hood has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, lightning, wildfire. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (7 declarations). 497 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $9,416,496 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,527,433 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 9 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.2%
1.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.5%
3.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
3.7%
8.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.8%
7.2pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
16.9%
Arthritis
7.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
1.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
23.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
30.7%
Mobility
5.1%
Cognitive
21.0%
Hearing
3.0%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
2.0%
Independent Living
8.7%
Fort Hood has an obesity rate of 34.2%, which is 1.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.5%, 3.0pp above the national average. About 17.8% of adults lack health insurance. 64.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.2 mi
Seton Medical Center Harker He...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seton Medical Center Harker Heights | 10.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Central Texas | 11.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Cedar Crest Hospital & Rtc | 17.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Coryell Memorial Hospital | 21.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Canyon Creek Behavioral Health | 22.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
35,669
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| US ARMY SOUTH FORT CAVAZOS | 35,669 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
71.4K MT
Top Emitter
FORT CAVAZOS
71.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
FORT CAVAZOS Us Government (%) | Waste | 71,449 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 71.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
10 min
-57% vs national
Drive Alone
56.4%
-28% vs national
Public Transit
0.6%
-36% vs national
Work From Home
11.4%
+23% vs national
Carpool
8.3%
Walk / Bike
22.4%
combined
How Fort Hood's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Fort Hood, TX is 10 minutes, which is 56.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 56.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 11.4% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 8.3% of workers carpool. 22.4% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
97.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
88.0%
of households
No Internet
2.2%
of households
Total Households
4,692
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
99.8%
of households
Smartphone
98.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
94.6%
of households
Tablet
76.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-22% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-45% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-48% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+12% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Fort Hood vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
35,669
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US ARMY SOUTH FORT CAVAZOS | Community | Purchased surface water | 35,669 | 0 |
97.1% of households in Fort Hood have broadband internet access. 88.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 7.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.2% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 35,669 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Fort Hood is located in Bell County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Fort Hood.
Election Overview
Source: Bell County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
53,973
41.3%
GOP Votes
75,161
57.6%
Total Votes
130,557
Margin
R+16.2%
Shift from 2020
R+7.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 53,973 | 75,161 | 130,557 | 41.3% | 57.6% | R+16.2 |
| 2020 | 57,014 | 67,893 | 127,375 | 44.8% | 53.3% | R+8.5 |
| 2016 | 37,608 | 51,780 | 93,999 | 40.0% | 55.1% | R+15.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Bell County recorded 130,557 total votes. Republicans won the county with 57.6% of the vote compared to 41.3% for Democrats, a margin of R+16.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Bell County has shifted 1.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
9
Total Assets
$172K
Total Income
$122K
Per 10K Residents
3.5
nonprofits
-94.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$86K
Oldest Active
1967
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Fort Hood
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANTAS WORKSHOP AT THE GREAT PLACE | Philanthropy | $172K | $121K | 2012 | |
| FT HOOD TREATMENT COURT MENTOR GROUP | Mental Health | $2 | $900 | 2018 |
Fort Hood, TX has 9 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $172K. The most common category is Philanthropy & Grantmaking, with 2 organizations. That works out to 3.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1967.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
3
Total Population
108,367
Avg Median Income
$50,171
Avg Home Value
$146,767
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76541 | 18,571 | $36,739 | $97,500 | $858 | 4.9 |
| 76543 | 33,713 | $51,239 | $140,700 | $1,099 | 35.6 |
| 76549 | 56,083 | $62,536 | $202,100 | $1,363 | 94.1 |
Fort Hood, TX has 3 ZIP codes with a combined population of 108,367. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $50,171. The average median home value is $146,767. The average median monthly rent is $1,107.
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