Relocation Guide, Temple, TX

Moving to Temple, Texas? Here's everything you need to know.

A no-fluff, locally-written guide to relocating to Temple: cost of living, neighborhoods, schools, taxes, climate, and what most people wish they'd known before the move.

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Temple at a glance

Population
85,000
Median home price
$260,000
Median rent
$1,250 / month
Cost of living index
92
Property tax
2.20% effective
Sales tax
8.25%
Summer avg high
96°F
Winter avg low
36°F

Why people move to Temple

Baylor Scott & White HQ drives healthcare jobs

Very affordable and stable

Central TX location

Family-friendly and safe

Where to live in Temple

A short guide to the neighborhoods newcomers actually consider.

Western Hills

Established, family-focused

Sammons Estates

Larger lots, quiet

Bird Creek

Newer, master-planned

Major employers

  • · Baylor Scott & White Health (HQ)
  • · McLane Company
  • · Wilsonart

Schools

Temple ISD and Belton ISD.

Airports

  • · Killeen-Fort Hood (GRK)
  • · AUS (90 min)

What most newcomers wish they'd known

Smaller amenity set vs bigger metros

Property taxes are high

Job market centers on healthcare

Who thrives in Temple

Healthcare professionalsFamiliesRetirees

Moving to Temple from out of state?

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Austin to TempleDFW to TempleHouston to Temple

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