Where is Temple Located? - Temple is a city located in the Bell County of Texas, United States. Temple lies between 43.431646 Degrees North latitudes and 103.4743625 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Temple Located?
Temple is a city located in the Bell County of Texas, United States. Temple lies between 43.431646 Degrees North latitudes and 103.4743625 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Temple city is 82073 people and the city has a total area of 70.48 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Temple, Texas Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Temple |
| County | Bell County |
| State | Texas |
| State Capital | Austin |
| US Region | Southern United States |
| Latitude | 31.0982° N |
| Longitude | 97.3428° W |
| Elevation | Approximately 682 ft (208 m) |
| Land Area | 76.1 sq mi |
| Water Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Total Area | 77.3 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 82,073 |
| Population Density | Approximately 1,078 per sq mi |
| ZIP Codes | 76501, 76502, 76503, 76504, 76505 |
| Area Code | 254 |
| Time Zone Standard | Central Standard Time (CST), UTC−6 |
| Time Zone Daylight | Central Daylight Time (CDT), UTC−5 |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 48-72116 |
| Congressional District | Texas's 31st Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Temple, Texas
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Killeen-Fort Cavazos Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | GRK |
| Major Airport Nearby | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport |
| Port | Port of Houston (regional freight access) |
| Major Highways | Interstate 35, US Highway 190, State Highway 53 |
| Train/Amtrak Service | Amtrak Heartland Flyer and Texas Eagle connections available in Temple |
| Local Transit Service | Hill Country Transit District |
- Interstate 35 (I-35) — Major north-south interstate connecting Temple with Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio.
- US Highway 190 — Regional highway connecting Temple with Killeen, Fort Cavazos, and eastern Texas.
- State Highway 53 — Local route connecting Temple with nearby communities.
Top Places to Visit in Temple, Texas
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum | Railroad Museum |
| Summer Fun Water Park | Water Recreation Park |
| Conner Park | Public Park |
| Temple Lake Park | Recreation Area |
| Belton Lake | Lake Recreation Area |
| Stillhouse Hollow Lake | Reservoir Recreation Area |
| Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center | Event Venue |
| Temple Civic Theatre | Performing Arts Venue |
| Wilson Park Recreation Center | Community Recreation Facility |
| West Temple Park | Public Park |
Driving Distances from Temple, Texas to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belton | Texas | 8 mi | 15 minutes |
| Killeen | Texas | 25 mi | 35 minutes |
| Waco | Texas | 35 mi | 40 minutes |
| Austin | Texas | 70 mi | 1 hour 10 minutes |
| Fort Worth | Texas | 120 mi | 2 hours |
| Dallas | Texas | 135 mi | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| San Antonio | Texas | 145 mi | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Houston | Texas | 180 mi | 2 hours 45 minutes |
| Corpus Christi | Texas | 230 mi | 3 hours 30 minutes |
| Oklahoma City | Oklahoma | 270 mi | 4 hours |
Colleges and Universities Near Temple, Texas
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple College | Public | Community College | Associate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs |
| University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | Private | University | Business, education, nursing, and liberal arts programs |
| Texas A&M University-Central Texas | Public | University | Business, education, and professional programs |
| Baylor University | Private | University | Research, business, law, and healthcare programs |
| Temple Independent School District | Public | K–12 District | Local public education |
Waterbodies Near Temple, Texas
Leon River, Little River, Belton Lake, Stillhouse Hollow Lake, Lake Belton
Golf Courses and Stadiums Near Temple
Golf Courses: Sammons Golf Links, Wildflower Country Club, Stonetree Golf Club, Mill Creek Golf Club. Stadiums: Wildcat Stadium, Temple High School Athletic Complex, Baylor University's McLane Stadium.
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Temple, Texas
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum | Railroad Museum |
| Bell County Museum | History Museum |
| Temple Civic Theatre | Performing Arts Venue |
| Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center | Event Venue |
| Belton Lake | Recreation Area |
| Stillhouse Hollow Lake | Recreation Area |
| Temple Lake Park | Public Park |
| Conner Park | Community Park |
Temple, Texas — Key Historical Facts
- Temple was founded in 1881 as a railroad town when the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway established a station in the area.
- The city was named after Bernard Moore Temple, a railroad civil engineer who worked with the railway company.
- Temple developed into a regional transportation and healthcare center because of its railroad connections and location in Central Texas.
- The Santa Fe Hospital, established in the early 20th century, helped make Temple a major medical center.
- Today, Temple is known for its healthcare industry, historic downtown, railroad heritage, and location between major Texas cities.
References
- United States Census Bureau
- City of Temple Official Website
- Bell County Official Website
- State of Texas Official Website
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