Harker Heights, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Bell County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Harker Heights based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
33,595
2023 ACS
Median Income
$82,685
2023
Median Home Value
$269,000
2023
Median Rent
$1,114
2023
Median Age
35.0
Unemployment
4.7%
Cost of Living Index
124.6
100 = national avg
Harker Heights is a city in Bell County, Texas, with a population of 33,595 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Harker Heights is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Harker Heights is $82,685, and the median home value is $269,000. The cost of living index is 124.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,114 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, and the median age is 35.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
33,595
Male
16,228
48.3%
Female
17,367
51.7%
Median Age
35.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
20.0%
High School or Higher
34.2%
Foreign Born
9.7%
Veterans
17.5%
Married
39.2%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.619
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
48.1%
Foreign Born
9.7%
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%
7,394 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+)
31,123
English Only
82.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,986 speakers
Limited English
3.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.4%
Limited English Proficiency
3.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,890
17.5% of population
Disability Rate
71.1%
4,186 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$67,488
Unemployment Rate
6.4%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,339
73.7%
Female Veterans
1,551
26.3%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$67,488
Non-Veteran Income
$33,536
Difference
$33,952
101.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
4,186
Without Disability
1,704
Disability Rate
71.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
17,847
#1 Ancestry
American
10.5% (3,527)
#2 Ancestry
German
9.6% (3,225)
#3 Ancestry
English
4.9% (1,632)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,962
Family Households
8,742
73.1%
Married Couples
5,825
48.7%
Non-Family Households
3,220
26.9%
Single Mother Households
2,415
20.2%
Single Father Households
502
4.2%
Living Alone
2,913
24.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,299
In Married Couple
6,084
65.4%
With Single Mother
2,492
26.8%
With Single Father
723
7.8%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$95,791
Married Couple Income
$117,512
Single Mother Income
$38,724
Single Father Income
$44,085
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
2.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
699
Grandparents Responsible
389
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$82,685
+13% vs national
Per Capita Income
$37,135
-0% vs national
Poverty Rate
10.4%
-24% vs national
Gini Index
0.4173
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.7%
-10% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.8%
of households
How Harker Heights Compares
Harker Heights vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Harker Heights is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Harker Heights, TX has a median household income of $82,685, making it the 8,192nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher median household income than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Harker Heights, TX has a per capita income of $37,135, making it the 10,508th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher per capita income than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Harker Heights, TX has a poverty rate of 10.4%, making it the 16,179th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher poverty rate than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Harker Heights, TX has a unemployment rate of 4.7%, making it the 12,414th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher unemployment rate than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Harker Heights. The median household income here is $82,685.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
-8% vs TX avg
Labor Force
16,945
Employed
14,250
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
20.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.0
Work from Home
9.0%
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
124.6
100 = national avg
+24.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,846
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,635
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 Harker Heights, TX is $82,685, which is 12.9% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $37,135. The poverty rate of 10.4% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4173, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 16,945. 20.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 77.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 124.6, which is 24.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 134.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,846 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$349,000
Median List Price
$327,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Days on Market
138
Active Inventory
146
Months of Supply
5.4
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$293,648
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,526
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
11.1%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
13.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.1%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
27
New Listings
40
Pending Sales
46
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$144
Median List $/SF
$149
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Harker Heights, 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 Harker Heights alone.
Metro area: Killeen-Temple, TX
Harker Heights vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Harker Heights is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Harker Heights, TX has a median home value of $269,000, making it the 8,322nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher median home value than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Harker Heights, TX has a median rent of $1,114, making it the 7,903rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher median rent than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Harker Heights, TX has a price per square foot of $144, making it the 13,152nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher price per square foot than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Harker Heights, TX has a rent burden of 16.2%, making it the 14,881st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Harker Heights has a higher rent burden than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$269,000
Median Rent
$1,114
Total Housing Units
12,803
Vacancy Rate
6.6%
Owner Occupied
62.2%
Renter Occupied
37.8%
Median Property Tax
$3,800
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,659
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,800
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.41%
of home value
Median Home Value
$269,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,694
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,800) by the median home value ($269,000). In Harker Heights, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.41%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Harker Heights, TX is $349,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 138 days on the market. 11.1% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $144. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,526/month. About 62.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2000. There are 12,803 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,800. The effective tax rate is 1.41%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.35
per 1,000 residents
-48% vs national
Property Crime Rate
9.90
per 1,000 residents
-42% vs national
Total Crimes
392
2024
Violent Clearance
79%
cases solved
Property Clearance
34%
cases solved
YoY Change
-37.9%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Harker Heights Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Harker Heights vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Harker Heights is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Harker Heights police solve 80% of rape cases but only 16% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 15 | 0.43 | 80.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 5 | 0.14 | 40.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 27 | 0.77 | 77.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 63 | 1.81 | 15.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 252 | 7.23 | 39.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 30 | 0.86 | 20.0% |
Harker Heights, TX reported 47 violent crimes and 345 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.35 per 1,000 residents is 48.1% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 79% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 252 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 25.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 47 | 345 | 1.35 | 9.90 |
| 2023 | 75 | 404 | 2.17 | 11.70 |
| 2022 | 78 | 458 | 2.29 | 13.47 |
| 2021 | 63 | 382 | 1.87 | 11.32 |
| 2020 | 57 | 432 | 1.72 | 13.05 |
| 2019 | 65 | 529 | 2.00 | 16.26 |
| 2018 | 63 | 749 | 1.99 | 23.62 |
| 2017 | 78 | 1,034 | 2.58 | 34.18 |
| 2016 | 72 | 944 | 2.43 | 31.89 |
| 2015 | 79 | 798 | 2.73 | 27.58 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.1
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
91.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
29.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
60.8
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
$5.1M
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 | $3.4M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Apr 2023 | $690K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $1.0M | $694K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.4M | $773K |
| 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 | — | $254K |
| 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 27 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
8
Federal Funding
$1,552,936
Properties Protected
5
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
7.18
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 3 | $0 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $295,622 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $0 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $243,052 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 1 | $1,762 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Harker Heights has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, tornado, lightning. 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. $5,116,313 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 8 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.9%
5.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.4%
0.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.1%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.5%
2.9pp 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
31.5%
Arthritis
22.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.7%
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
18.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.4%
Mobility
13.4%
Cognitive
15.4%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
5.3%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.2%
Harker Heights has an obesity rate of 41.9%, which is 5.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.4%, 0.9pp above the national average. About 13.5% of adults lack health insurance. 76.3% 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
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Seton Medical Center Harker He...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seton Medical Center Harker Heights | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Central Texas | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Cedar Crest Hospital & Rtc | 8.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Canyon Creek Behavioral Health | 14.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Temple Va Medical Center (Va Central Texas Healthcare System) | 17.0 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
34,834
Violations (5yr)
9
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF HARKER HEIGHTS | 34,834 | 0 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS WSC | — | 9 |
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 9 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
77.6%
-1% vs national
Public Transit
0.1%
-92% vs national
Work From Home
9.0%
-3% vs national
Carpool
10.4%
Walk / Bike
0.5%
combined
How Harker Heights's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Harker Heights, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 77.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.0% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 10.4% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.3%
of households
No Internet
5.9%
of households
Total Households
11,962
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.2%
of households
Smartphone
94.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
88.5%
of households
Tablet
71.9%
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).
Harker Heights 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
2
Population Served
34,834
Violations (5yr)
9
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF HARKER HEIGHTS | Community | Purchased surface water | 34,834 | 0 |
| CENTRAL TEXAS WSC | Community | Surface water | 0 | 9 |
92.8% of households in Harker Heights have broadband internet access. 78.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.9% of households have no internet access. 6.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 34,834 people. A total of 9 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Harker Heights is located in Bell County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Harker Heights.
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
6
Total Assets
$2.3M
Total Income
$1.6M
Per 10K Residents
1.8
nonprofits
-97.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$654K
Oldest Active
2007
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
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 Harker Heights
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JSL FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $1.6M | $1.3M | 2013 | |
| FRIENDS OF CENTRAL TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY | Human Services | $654K | $213K | 2007 | |
| SKIPCHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTO | Education | $20K | $75K | 2008 |
Harker Heights, TX has 6 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.3M. The most common category is Human Services, with 2 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 1.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 2007.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
90
Total Approved
$31.9M
Jobs Supported
839
Per 10K Residents
26.8
SBA loans
-51.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
39
Top Lender
First National Bank Texas
7 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1995–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
77
Total Amount
$23.6M
Avg Loan
$305,964
Median Loan
$165,000
SBA Guaranteed
$17.7M(75%)
Jobs Supported
660
Loans
13
Total Amount
$8.3M
Avg Loan
$641,462
Median Loan
$584,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
18
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$8.7M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$480,589
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Creek Business Llc | 1 | $2.9M |
| Md Knights Way Enterprises Inc | 1 | $1.4M |
| Dr. Jeff A. Jones Dba Pet Medical Center | 1 | $1.4M |
| Md Knights Way Enterprises Inc. Dba Gateway Food Mart #4 | 1 | $1.3M |
| Aliza Business Inc. | 1 | $1.3M |
| Escapology of Killeen Inc | 1 | $1.2M |
| Texas Boat World | 2 | $1.1M |
| Tunnel Wash Management Ii, Llc | 1 | $988K |
| Days Inn Motel | 1 | $974K |
| Vishal Properties Ltd | 1 | $958K |
Harker Heights, TX has received 90 SBA loans totaling $31.9M in approved funding between 1995 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 77 loans (86% of the total), supporting 660 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 13 loans totaling $8.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Harker Heights is First National Bank Texas with 7 loans. That works out to 26.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
200,191
Avg Median Income
$71,402
Avg Home Value
$225,043
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76513 | 44,855 | $82,366 | $260,200 | $1,216 | 108.3 |
| 76541 | 18,571 | $36,739 | $97,500 | $858 | 4.9 |
| 76542 | 53,631 | $72,891 | $228,500 | $1,237 | 63.0 |
| 76543 | 33,713 | $51,239 | $140,700 | $1,099 | 35.6 |
| 76548 | 33,071 | $80,847 | $268,000 | $1,113 | 16.1 |
| 76559 | 6,896 | $72,388 | $184,600 | $1,159 | 5.6 |
| 76571 | 9,454 | $103,341 | $395,800 | $1,172 | 125.0 |
Harker Heights, TX has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 200,191. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $71,402. The average median home value is $225,043. The average median monthly rent is $1,122.
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