Killeen Property Tax Rate

Bell County, Texas

1.64%effective rate

Killeen is located in Bell County, Texas. Homeowners in Killeen pay a median of $3,218 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $196,000, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.64%. This is 14% higher than the Bell County average of 1.44%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.64%

vs 1.44% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,218

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$196,000

2024 estimate

Population📍

156,144

Killeen, TX

How Killeen Compares

Killeen
1.64%
Bell County Average
1.44%
Texas Average
1.49%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Bell County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Bell County, Texas.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Killeen$3,2181.64%
Temple$3,5371.61%
Harker Heights$3,8001.41%

About Property Taxes in Killeen

Property taxes in Killeen are collected by Bell County. Tax exemptions available to Bell County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Killeen. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Bell County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

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$410/month · Rate: 1.64%

Bell County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.