Zip Code 76542
Killeen, Texas — Bell County
📍 ZIP code 76542 is in Killeen, Bell County, Texas.
ZIP code 76542 is located in Killeen, Bell County, Texas. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 53,631. The area code for ZIP code 76542 is 903.
Quick Answer
Zip code 76542 is in Killeen, Texas (Bell County). It has a population of 53,631, median household income of $72,891, and median home value of $228,500.
Population
53,631
Income
$72,891
Home Value
$228,500
Climate
96°F / 36°F
About Zip Code 76542
Zip code 76542 is located in Killeen, Texas, within Bell County. Home to approximately 53,631 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 871 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 903.
The median household income is $72,891 per year, which is above the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $228,500, and the cost of living index is 84 (16% below the national average of 100).
Summers average a high of 96°F while winters drop to 36°F. The area receives about 35 in of rain annually. The zip code covers 80.4 square miles of land area and 1.1 square miles of water.
Key Statistics
53,631
$72,891
$228,500
Central (CST/CDT)
903
871 ft
80.4 sq mi
32.1
21,027
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Compare With Nearby Zip Codes
| Metric | 76542 | 76549 | 76548 | 76541 | 76544 | 76559 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Killeen, TX | Killeen, TX | Harker Heights, TX | Killeen, TX | Fort Hood, TX | Nolanville, TX |
| Population | 53,631 | 56,083 | 33,071 | 18,571 | 26,896 | 6,896 |
| Median Income | $72,891 | $62,536 | $80,847 | $36,739 | $59,753 | $72,388 |
| Home Value | $228,500 | $202,100 | $268,000 | $97,500 | $9,999 | $184,600 |
| Cost of Living | 84 | 73 | 90 | 60 | 60 | 71 |
| Median Age | 32.1 | 29.3 | 34.7 | 31.6 | 21.7 | 31.6 |
Cost of Living
100 = National Average. Killeen's cost of living is 16% below the national average.
vs. State Avg
Below
Affordability
Affordable
Income-to-Home
3.1x
Demographics
Zip code 76542 has a population of 53,631 people with a median age of 32.1. There are 21,027 housing units in this area.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Killeen (76542) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↓ -12.2%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
96°F
36°F
35 in
0 in
Killeen experiences hot summers with average highs around 96°F. Winters are mild with lows averaging 36°F. The area receives virtually no snowfall.
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Housing & Economy
Median Home Value
$228,500
Median Household Income
$72,891
With 21,027 housing units across 80.4 square miles, 76542 has a housing density of 262 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
Location & Geography
Latitude
31.0104°
Longitude
-97.7415°
Land Area
80.4 sq mi
Water Area
1.1 sq mi
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Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.
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What zip code is Killeen, Texas?
Killeen, Texas uses zip code 76542 along with 3 other zip codes.
What county is zip code 76542 in?
Zip code 76542 is located in Bell County, Texas.
What is the population of zip code 76542?
The population of zip code 76542 is 53,631 with a median age of 32.1.
Is 76542 in Killeen, Texas?
Yes, zip code 76542 is in Killeen, Bell County, Texas. The area code is 903.
Frequently Asked Questions
What city is zip code 76542 in?
Zip code 76542 is in Killeen, Texas. It is part of Bell County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
What is zip code 76542?
Zip code 76542 is a U.S. postal code in Killeen, Texas (Bell County). It has a population of 53,631 and covers 80.4 square miles.
What is the population of zip code 76542?
The population of zip code 76542 (Killeen, TX) is 53,631 with a median age of 32.1. There are approximately 21,027 housing units in this area.
What is the median income in zip code 76542?
The median household income in zip code 76542 (Killeen, TX) is $72,891 per year. The cost of living index is 84 (100 = national average).
What is the average home price in zip code 76542?
The median home value in zip code 76542 (Killeen, TX) is $228,500. The cost of living index is 84 compared to the national average of 100.
What county is zip code 76542 in?
Zip code 76542 is located in Bell County, Texas. The primary city is Killeen.
What is the area code for zip code 76542?
Zip code 76542 in Killeen, TX uses area code 903. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.
Is zip code 76542 a good place to live?
Zip code 76542 (Killeen, TX) has a cost of living index of 84 (100 = national average), a median household income of $72,891, and median home values of $228,500. The median age is 32.1. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.
What is the cost of living in zip code 76542?
The cost of living index for zip code 76542 (Killeen, TX) is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $228,500.
What schools serve zip code 76542?
Zip code 76542 in Killeen, Texas is served by the local school district of Bell County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.
All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.
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