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Crime in Harker Heights summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Harker Heights. Key points include:
There were 392 total crimes in Harker Heights in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Harker Heights is 1,124.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Harker Heights is 134.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Harker Heights is 989.7 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Harker Heights is -46.94% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Harker Heights Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Harker Heights / 100k People |
Texas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 392 | 1,124.6 | 2,429.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 47 | 134.8 | 389.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 5 | 14.3 | 63.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 27 | 77.5 | 270.7 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 345 | 989.7 | 2,040.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 63 | 180.7 | 284.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 252 | 722.9 | 1,425.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 30 | 86.1 | 330.7 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Harker Heights summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Harker Heights. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Texas. Key points include:
The cost of living in Harker Heights is 104 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Harker Heights is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Harker Heights is $298,770.
The median income in Harker Heights is $81,190.
Harker Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Harker Heights Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Harker Heights | Texas | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 104 | 93 | 100 |
| Services | 96 | 100 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 109 | 81 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 97 | 100 |
| Transportation | 105 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Harker Heights, TX Weather
The average high in Harker Heights is 78.0° and the average low is 55.5°.
There are 50.8 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 34.2 inches of precipitation each year with 0.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Harker Heights |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 78.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 55.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 50.8 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 34.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Harker Heights Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Harker Heights
The current population in Harker Heights is 34,128. The population has increased 37.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34,128 | 1.6% |
| 2023 | 33,595 | 1.7% |
| 2022 | 33,036 | 2.2% |
| 2021 | 32,320 | 2.1% |
| 2020 | 31,657 | 2.6% |
| 2019 | 30,861 | 2.0% |
| 2018 | 30,251 | 2.4% |
| 2017 | 29,548 | 2.9% |
| 2016 | 28,716 | 1.8% |
| 2015 | 28,199 | 1.6% |
| 2014 | 27,757 | 2.2% |
| 2013 | 27,163 | 2.2% |
| 2012 | 26,579 | 3.0% |
| 2011 | 25,814 | 3.8% |
| 2010 | 24,877 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Harker Heights
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Harker Heights is:
39.4% White with 13,433 White residents.
27.1% African American with 9,239 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 83 American Indian residents.
3.4% Asian with 1,154 Asian residents.
2.5% Hawaiian with 868 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 99 Other residents.
7.6% Two Or More with 2,581 Two Or More residents.
19.5% Hispanic with 6,671 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Harker Heights | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 39.4% | 39.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 27.1% | 11.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 3.4% | 5.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 2.5% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 7.6% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 19.5% | 39.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in Harker Heights
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Harker Heights is 50.6% female with 17,254 female residents.
Harker Heights is 49.4% male with 16,874 male residents.
| Gender | Harker Heights | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Harker Heights for adults over 25
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5.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed 9-12th grade.
22.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed high school / ged.
28.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed associate's degree.
20.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Harker Heights completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Harker Heights | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 22.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 28.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Harker Heights, Texas
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3.0% of households in Harker Heights earn Less than $10,000.
2.9% of households in Harker Heights earn $10,000 to $14,999.
5.9% of households in Harker Heights earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.4% of households in Harker Heights earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.4% of households in Harker Heights earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.5% of households in Harker Heights earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.2% of households in Harker Heights earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.1% of households in Harker Heights earn $100,000 to $149,999.
10.1% of households in Harker Heights earn $150,000 to $199,999.
9.4% of households in Harker Heights earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Harker Heights | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.0% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.9% | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.9% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.4% | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.4% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.5% | 16.1% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.2% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.1% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 10.1% | 9.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 9.4% | 12.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
