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All About

Living in Harker Heights, TX

Harker Heights, a town in Texas, has a population of just under 30,000. At an average age of just over 34, the city's residents are younger than most cities in Texas. Most Harker Heights residents own their homes, and 36% of residents rent. The average rent of $1,048 per month is roughly equal to the state average.

Harker Heights residents have an average commute of about 24 minutes, quicker than the Texas average of about 27 minutes. Many residents (40%) drive their own vehicle to work, while public transit is not widely used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Compared to the state average, Harker Heights has a relatively large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees, as 7% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 15% have earned a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Harker Heights: retail, public administration, and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 17% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 8% of the city's population works in sales, which ranks as the top field in the city. Harker Heights workers take home an average annual income of just under $79K, around $6,000 more than their peers elsewhere in Texas. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.

Who Lives Here

Harker Heights Demographics

Education

High School

20%

Associate's

23%

Bachelor's

15%

Master's

7%

Doctorate

34%

Family Size

2 people

44%

3 people

21%

4 people

19%

5 people

10%

6+ people

7%

Household Income

0-50k

33%

50-100k

38%

100-150k

21%

150-200k

4%

200k+

4%

Age

0-10

15%

10-20

16%

20-45

36%

45-65

24%

65+

10%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Harker Heights?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

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*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Harker Heights

Harker Heights Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

29%

15-30 Mins

50%

30-40 Mins

12%

40-60 Mins

2%

60+ Mins

8%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 2424

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 14 of 17 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Percentage: 3434

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 10 of 17 renters

Top Scores: Restaurant, Grocery, Art

Things To Do In Harker Heights

Top Score

Restaurants

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Rest assured, you won't go hungry around here.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 83% fewer restaurants than average
  3. A standard number of restaurants compared to areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 100% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 100% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Harker Heights has the right frame of mind for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 100% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 100% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Bumper sticker city. This place is good for filling up.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 100% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 100% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too cold, not too hot. An average town for coffee.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 100% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

There's fresh air to be had here.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Harker Heights is running dry.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. 85% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. Significantly more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 76% fewer shops than average
  3. 44% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Do you even lift, bro? Harker Heights is weak on fitness.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 100% fewer gyms than average
  3. 100% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We're not mutts about Harker Heights.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. 6% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Harker Heights Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 17 of 17 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 15 of 17 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 15 of 17 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 15 of 17 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 14 of 17 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 13 of 17 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 12 of 17 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 12 of 17 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 12 of 17 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 11 of 17 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Near Schools

No

Say 9 of 17 renters

Nearby Parks

No

Say 10 of 17 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 11 of 17 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 11 of 17 renters

Near Grocery Stores

No

Say 12 of 17 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 12 of 17 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 13 of 17 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 14 of 17 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 14 of 17 renters

Harker Heights Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Harker Heights

7/10

Harker Heights Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Mountain View Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Skipcha Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

3/10

Hay Branch Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Nolanville Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Timber Ridge Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Harker Heights, TX

Harker Heights, a town in Texas, has a population of just under 30,000. At an average age of just over 34, the city's residents are younger than most cities in Texas. Most Harker Heights residents own their homes, and 36% of residents rent. The average rent of $1,048 per month is roughly equal to the state average.

Harker Heights residents have an average commute of about 24 minutes, quicker than the Texas average of about 27 minutes. Many residents (40%) drive their own vehicle to work, while public transit is not widely used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Compared to the state average, Harker Heights has a relatively large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees, as 7% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 15% have earned a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Harker Heights: retail, public administration, and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 17% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 8% of the city's population works in sales, which ranks as the top field in the city. Harker Heights workers take home an average annual income of just under $79K, around $6,000 more than their peers elsewhere in Texas. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.