Killeen sits in the heart of the Texas Triangle, giving companies central access to Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. The region combines major market connectivity with lower operating costs and available land, making it a practical base for expansion.
Strategic Market Access
Killeen provides direct reach into the state’s fastest-growing metros through nearby interstate and regional highway networks. Businesses benefit from reliable logistics routes suited for manufacturing, distribution, supply chain operations, and defense-related activity.
Positioned for Regional Growth
As development pushes north from Austin and south from Dallas, Killeen sits squarely in the path of Central Texas expansion. Companies looking for proximity to Austin’s innovation ecosystem without Austin-area costs find the city an ideal alternative.
Logistics & Transportation Connectivity
Killeen’s location is built for movement:
Highway Infrastructure
Direct access to State Highway 195, linking to I-14 and regional freight corridors such as I-35
Convenient east–west and north–south trucking routes
Competitive drive times to major Texas metros without urban congestion
Air Access
Killeen Regional Airport (GRK) provides commercial service and easy cargo connections
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is a short drive for expanded passenger and air cargo options
Rail & Intermodal Potential
Close proximity to national rail lines and distribution channels via BNSF
Ideal for manufacturers and logistics operations needing multimodal solutions
Workforce Strength Through Fort Hood
Fort Hood, the largest single-site employer in Texas, creates a steady pipeline of skilled talent. About 800 service members transition out each month, offering employers access to workers experienced in engineering, logistics, technology, aviation, cybersecurity, and advanced operations.
Active Workforce Pipeline
Central Texas College (CTC) and Texas A&M University-Central Texas (TAMUCT) provide customized training, degrees, and certifications relevant to advanced manufacturing, life sciences, tech, and logistics.
Strong connections to Fort Hood talent and transitioning military personnel.
Growing Labor Shed
Direct access to labor markets across Bell, McLennan, Williamson, and surrounding counties
Competitive wage structure compared to larger metro cores
Cost-Effective Opportunities
Killeen offers competitive property costs and development-ready land near the Killeen Business Park and Wolf Tech & Life Science Park. Companies that want access to Austin’s innovation ecosystem, but without the associated costs, consider the city an ideal alternative.
Operating in Killeen offers site selectors measurable cost benefits:
Land and facility costs significantly below Austin and DFW cores
Lower occupancy and utility costs
Reduced congestion and faster internal logistics
These contribute to improved project ROI while maintaining fast product and workforce access to major Texas markets.