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Area Description

Harker Heights, Texas in Bell County , is 4 miles SE of Killeen, Texas and 6 Miles SE of Fort Hood Army base. Harker Heights is also 56 miles N of Austin, Texas. Harker Heights is home to approximately 30,000 residents.

The area now known as Harker Heights was once owned by Pinckney R. Cox and Harley Kern. In fact, the city was named after Harley Kern. In 1957, Cox and Kern subdivided their land and began selling the lots. The area was incorporated on September 24, 1960, and Cox became the first mayor. Harker Heights annexed the Comanche Hills Utility District in December 1988. The city is part of the Killeen, Temple, Fort Hood Metropolitan Statistical, Area.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   Harker Heights offers numerous recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. Among the local parks and playgrounds are the Carl Levin City Park, Purser Family Park, Kern Park, Skipcha Park, Cardinal Greenspace, Summit Soccer Complex, Booker Greenspace, and Sprint Park. Dana Peak and Stillhouse Hollow Lake provides facilities for fishing, hiking, camping, hunting, picnicking, and swimming. Golf lovers can also visit the Course of Clear Creek and the Killeen Municipal Golf Course.

The Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce holds the Annual Central Texas Food, Wine & Brew festival in September. www.hhfoodandwine.com

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Public transportation
The Hop bus transportation, Taxi, Rental cars. Buses travel to many surrounding communities. www.takethehop.com

Medical Facilities


The new Seton Medical Center Harker Heights Officially opened June 18, 2012. The hospital features a full-service 24/7 emergency department and acutecare services including women’s services, obstetrics, cardiology, surgery, oncology, neurosurgery, othopedics, imaging and diagnostic services, general medical and surgical services, and intensive and critical care. The hospital’s campus also includes a 60,000-SF medical office building.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Harker Heights, Texas?

For those of you that retire in Harker Heights, you will have hotter temperatures than other areas of the USA.

Winter temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Harker Heights such as dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.

Summertime in Harker Heights is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the low 80's and highs in the mid 90's. Nights are mild with lows in the low 70's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity may feel uncomfortable. Expect a few days of rain.

If you retire in Harker Heights, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  37 F°  48 F°  60 F°
 Feb  40 F°  52 F°  63 F°
 Mar  47 F°  58 F°  70 F°
 Apr  55 F°  66 F°  78 F°
 May  64 F°  74 F°  84 F°
 Jun  70 F°  81 F°  91 F°
 Jul  73 F°  84 F°  95 F°
 Aug  73 F°  84 F°  96 F°
 Sep  67 F°  78 F°  90 F°
 Oct  57 F°  68 F°  80 F°
 Nov  47 F°  58 F°  70 F°
 Dec  38 F°  49 F°  61 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  9  0
 Feb  0  5  0
 Mar  0  2  0
 Apr  1  0  0
 May  5  0  0
 Jun  20  0  0
 Jul  26  0  0
 Aug  28  0  0
 Sep  16  0  0
 Oct  3  0  0
 Nov  0  2  0
 Dec  0  8  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  2 "  6  36 %
 Feb  2 "  6  39 %
 Mar  3 "  8  46 %
 Apr  2 "  6  53 %
 May  4 "  7  62 %
 Jun  4 "  6  68 %
 Jul  2 "  4  68 %
 Aug  2 "  4  67 %
 Sep  3 "  5  63 %
 Oct  4 "  6  55 %
 Nov  3 "  6  46 %
 Dec  3 "  6  37 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  0 "  0  0
 Feb  0 "  0  0
 Mar  0 "  0  0
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
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Cost of Living for Harker Heights, TX

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Senior Assistance in Harker Heights, TX

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What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Harker Heights Offer For Retirees?

There are lots of volunteer opportunities in Harker Heights. The local hospital or the Chamber of Commerce are a great place to start.

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