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ZIP 76549

Part of Killeen, TX
Pop. 56,038·Bell County·543rd most expensive ZIP in Texas
Median rent (all units)
$1,334/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.8%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
-$631
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 76549 · $1,334
More affordable than 85% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,080
1 BR
$1,080
2 BR
$1,350
3 BR
$1,870
4 BR+
$2,260
Research median
$1,350/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,008/yr
At $1,334/mo median
Location
StateTX
CountyBell County
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.8% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 76549 (Killeen, TX) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
56,038
Median income
$70,871
Median age
30
Renters
44.7%
Age distribution
30.7%
28%
25.8%
Under 1830.7%
18–3428%
35–5425.8%
55–648.5%
65+7%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
32.6%
38.3%
26.2%
White32.6%
Black38.3%
Hispanic26.2%
Asian4.2%
Education (25+)
27.9%
43.1%
23.5%
No HS diploma5.5%
HS diploma27.9%
Some college43.1%
Bachelor's+23.5%
Housing tenure
55.3%
44.7%
Owner55.3%
Renter44.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 76549 in Killeen, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,102 → $1,334
up 21.1%
Income
$56,777 → $70,871
up 24.8%
Population
53,138 → 56,038
up 5.5%
Renter share
50.4% → 44.7%
-5.7 pts
Bachelor's+
24.2% → 23.5%
-0.7 pts
Median age
28.6 → 30
+1.4 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in ZIP 76549 in Killeen, TX has shifted from $1,102 to $1,334, up 21.1% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 76549 in Killeen, TX now reports about $70,871, up from $56,777 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show ZIP 76549 in Killeen, TX adding about 2,900 residents over the five-year window, up 5.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 50.4% to 44.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 76549 in Killeen, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 76549 covers Killeen, TX. The median rent here is $1,334/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,080/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,350/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($70,871/yr), ZIP 76549 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 76549?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 76549 (Killeen, TX) is $1,334. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 76549 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 76549's median rent of $1,334/mo is $631 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 76549 compare to other ZIPs in Texas?

ZIP 76549 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Texas, ranking #543 out of 689 ZIPs at $1,334/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 76549?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,334/mo in ZIP 76549. The local median household income is $70,871/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 76549?

Rent in ZIP 76549 has decreased 2.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 76549 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 76549 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,334/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($70,871/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 76549 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 76549 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.7% of ZIP 76549 households are renters, while 55.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 76549 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 76549 compare to the rest of Killeen?

ZIP 76549 is pricier than Killeen as a whole. At $1,334/mo, it's $80 above the Killeen citywide median of $1,254/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 76549 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 76549 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,334/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 76549's median household income ($70,871/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 76549 23%Benchmark 30%
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