Live, Work & Play In Temple

Welcome to Temple, we're glad you're here!

With outstretched arms, we personally want to welcome you to our unique city. Nestled in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor, we can provide for you an affordable, friendly, entertaining place to not only work and play, but to truly call home.

Explore the many facets of our dynamic city. From its pioneer and railroad heritage to its modern designation as one of the nation's outstanding medical communities, Temple is a city determined to fashion its own future. There's more than you expect - we promise!

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welcome to temple

Take a minute to look a little further and see for yourself why so many choose to make Temple, Texas their home.

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The amenities that we have in our town are endless. Take a minute to look a little further and see for yourself why so many choose to make Temple, Texas their home.
 
Healthcare
Temple boasts top of the line healthcare; in fact people travel from all over the state to be treated in Temple by Baylor Scott & White Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas. This system employs over 34,000 people with 43 hospitals, 500 patient care sites, and 400 active physicians. Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Center has pediatric specialty services and equipment as well as a surgery department, intensive care, and pediatric emergency department. That means no child has to travel long distances to access expert treatment, even when facing complex medical conditions and surgeries.
 
K-12 Education
With four K-12 school districts in and around Temple-Academy ISD, Belton ISD, Temple ISD, and Troy ISD-ranging from the large to the small, all educational desires and needs of your family can be met through our local system of schools. Interested in a private education? Not a problem! Temple also features several private schools and charter schools throughout the community that can provide a unique educational experience for your children.
 
Higher Education
Not only does Temple boast an acclaimed community college system-Temple College, Central Texas College-that is fully integrated into surrounding school districts and businesses, there are also several four-year higher education institutions-Texas A&M University Central Texas and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Students can earn certificates, associates degrees, bachelors degrees, masters degrees, or higher, right here in Central Texas.
 
Parks, Leisure, Entertainment, & Recreation
In all corners of the city, you can find parks, both big and small, that will cater to every need and desire. From traditional parks and playgrounds with jogging and biking trails, to the more unique venues like skate parks, Temple has something for everyone. Don’t believe us? There are water parks, parks with pools, tennis, golf, disc golf, playgrounds, softball, baseball, and soccer fields, basketball courts, picnic pavilions and fitness centers, just to name a few! Looking for entertainment? From venues that provide food and live music, to the many festivals downtown, to the ever-expanding food truck scene, to the Cultural Activities Center that hosts countless events throughout the year, to the Mayborn Convention Center that hosts community events, there is always something going on.

There is not a friendlier, more welcoming city to live in that gives one a warm, hometown feeling, but still provides all the amenities you could want. Check out an entire book full of information about our town by viewing our 2019 Community Profile.

Here's a list of Helpful Resources to make living in Temple easy to navigate. 

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temple at a glance

The City of Temple is located in one of the most booming economic corridors in the nation. Temple has seen a steady growth rate with an increasing rate of racial diversity. Temple's strategic location, within 180 miles of 80% of Texas' population, has continued to benefit the city's development and growth.

Population
2018 Total:  81,279
Population is estimated to
increase 44% by 2023

Weather
Avg. Annual High:  77.1 F
Avg. Annual Low:  54.6 F
Avg. Annual Precipitation:  35.84"

Workforce
2018 Jobs:  44,327
Estimated increase over 5 years:  4,262
2018 Avg. household earnings:  $57,500

Source:  2018 EMSI

2019 Community Profile

Temple has an impressive and diverse portfolio of both existing and expanding businesses – and we’re not just talking about healthcare! Though Baylor Scott & White does employ over 8,300 individuals in Temple alone, other major employers include: McLane Group L.P., Walmart Distribution, HEB Distribution, McLane Company, Wilsonart International, Fikes Wholesale, and many, many more.

Temple's Major Employers

Company

​Baylor Scott & White Healthcare
McLane Company, Inc.
Wilsonart International
Walmart Distribution Center
H-E-B Retail Distribution Center
Performance Foodservice Group
Scott & White Health Plan
E.R. Carpenter L.P.
Fikes Wholesale, Inc.
Reynold’s Consumer Products
Panel Specialists, Inc.
PDI

employees

8,290
1,600
895
645
500
405
392
355
258
240
156
140

Source:  Temple Economic Development Corporation