Temple, Texas
Temple: The most populous city in Bell County, Texas. It is located in the Central Texas region. Temple is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum and the Temple Civic Center.
About
Temple is a city located in the county of Bell in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 66,102 and a population density of 952 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 80,761 inhabitants.
The city was created 143 years ago in 1881.
Quick Facts about Temple
| Population : | 80,761 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Bell County |
| Postal code : | 76501 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 254 |
| Area : | 69.43 km2 |
| Altitude : | 2,346 feet / 715 meters |
| Establishment : | June 06, 1881 (143 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time : | 11:17:52 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 1,163 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 18.15% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Temple is located at 31°5'54"N 97°20'34"W (31.0982300, -97.3427800).
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- Official Website
Official website of Temple
Demographics
The population of Temple increased by 18.15% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2000 | 54,986 | - | |
| 2010 | 66,102 | 16.82% | census |
| 2011 | 67,124 | 1.52% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 68,756 | 2.37% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 69,544 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 70,199 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 71,786 | 2.21% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 73,003 | 1.67% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 74,377 | 1.85% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 76,165 | 2.35% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 78,439 | 2.9% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 80,761 | 2.88% | estimation process |
Where ot Eat in Temple
1 Subway
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Where to Stay in Temple
1 Stratford House Inn & Suites
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2 Red Roof Inn Temple
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Other Places in Temple
1 BSWH Temple
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2 USDA Agricultural Research Service
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3 VA-Temple (BLDG #206)
1901 S 1st St, Temple, TX 76504, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Temple VA-Reciving (BLDG #44)
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5 USDA Rural Development
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Schools in Temple
College & universities near Temple, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228608 | Temple College | Temple (TX) | 76504-7435 |
| 383464 | Central Texas Beauty College-Temple | Temple (TX) | 76504-6948 |
| 226471 | University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | Belton (TX) | 76513-2599 |
| 484136 | Yahweh Beauty Academy | Killeen (TX) | 76543-4153 |
| 492573 | National American University-Killeen | Killeen (TX) | 76542-1321 |
Stations (8)
Amtrak & bus stations near Temple, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPL | Temple | 315 West Ave B | RAIL |
| KIL | Killeen, Texas | 200 East Avenue C | BUS |
| MCG | McGregor | 1 Amtrak Blvd. | RAIL |
| FHD | Fort Hood, Texas | Hood Road & Old Ironsides Ave. | BUS |
| WCX | Waco, TX | 301 South 8th Street | BUS |
Post offices near Temple
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Templ Post Office | Temple (TX) | 76501 |
| Heidenheimer Post Office | Heidenheimer (TX) | 76533 |
| Pendleton Post Office | Pendleton (TX) | 76564 |
| Belton Post Office | Belton (TX) | 76513 |
| Little River Academy Post Office | Little River Academy (TX) | 76554 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Temple , Georgia human settlement in Carroll and Haralson Counties, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 5,044 people.
- Temple , New Hampshire town in New Hampshire with a population of 1,434 people.
- Temple , Oklahoma human settlement in Cotton County, Oklahoma, United States of America with a population of 915 people.
- Temple , Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 518 people.
Other cities in Bell County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Bell County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Killeen | 153,991 | The 11th most populous city in Texas. |
| Harker Heights | 33,071 | City in Bell County, Texas, United States |
| Belton | 23,196 | City in Texas, USA |
| Nolanville | 6,150 | City in Bell County, Texas, United States |
| Morgans Point Resort | 4,170 | City in Texas, United States |
| Salado | 2,379 | Village in the United States |
| Troy | 2,191 | City in Bell County, Texas |
| Little River-Academy | 2,048 | City in Bell County, Texas, United States |
| Lone Star | 1,473 | City in Bell County, Texas, United States |
| Rogers | 1,253 | Town in Texas, United States |
| Holland | 1,189 | Town in Texas, United States |
| Union Grove | 372 | City in Upshur County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Temple distances to largest Texas cities
