Bell County
Temple, Texas
Healthcare-job anchor with practical convenience and easy I-35 connectivity.
A healthcare and employment anchor with steady demand, growing amenities, and strong appeal for both primary-home buyers and investors.
Market Snapshot
Quick Stats
Average Median Price
$285,000
As of Q1 2026
Average Median Rent
$1,400-$2,000
City-level directional range
Population
~90K
City estimate
Housing
Housing Mix
- Diverse stock of single-family homes from entry-level neighborhoods to higher-price suburban pockets.
- Meaningful rental inventory supported by healthcare and regional employment demand.
- Mix of older core housing and newer development in expanding edges of the city.
Schools
School Districts
Temple Independent School District
Temple ISD offers broad program variety with campus performance differences by attendance zone.
High Schools
Temple High School
District Website →Belton Independent School District
Some Temple-area addresses route to Belton ISD depending on boundary location.
High Schools
Lake Belton High School • Belton High School
District Website →Crime & Safety
Public Data And Research
Temple can vary significantly by corridor, so buyers should treat safety as an address-level review rather than a single citywide label.
Research Tip
Run property-level research before committing to any block.
Taxes
Property Tax Rates
City Snapshot
~2.1% – 2.3%
Tax rates vary by parcel, district, and exemptions. Verify current totals for any specific address.
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