upcoming EVENTS

The Harker Heights chamber hosts many community events throughout the year. Join us for networking events, workshops and family fun.
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​Sponsorship opportunities are available for many events and programs. Businesses opportunities will also present themselves through vendor events. Check here often and be aware of Registration deadlines.
Our local businesses have a lot to offer, learn more about our newest members below. 

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harker heights facts

Transportation
Education
Economy
Entertainment
Transportation

Transportation

The Central Texas Corridor, or Interstate 14  (I-14) runs through the city of Harker Heights giving immediate access to an interstate highway. 
Local Airports:
Skylark field is the airport of choice for corporate executives and private pilots visiting the Killeen / Fort Hood area.
Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) offers excellent commercial airline service offering direct flights to Dallas Fort Worth and Houston airports.
Education

Education

Harker Heights Public Schools:
Killeen Independent School District (KISD)
Low School District Property Tax Rate

Exceptional Opportunities in KISD:
Early College High School, KISD Career Center, Texas Bioscience Institute, Harker Heights Strings Program, Athletics and much more... learn more https://www.killeenisd.org 
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Higher Education:
Central Texas College
Texas A&M University Central Texas
Economy

Local economy

Harker Heights Facts:
Population:  30,124
Median Age:  31
Median Household Income: $70,151*
*(26% higher than county, 18% higher than State of Texas, 18% higher than the Nation)

  Economy                                     Harker Heights             United States
  Unemployment Rate                 4.60%                              5.20%
  Recent Job Growth                     1.86%                             1.59%
  Future Job Growth                      39.12%                           37.98%

 Top 3 Industries
  • Healthcare and Social Services​
  • Retail
  • Accommodation and Food Service 
Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment

Experience Harker Heights Arts & Entertainment
Featuring Live Music, Concerts in the Park, Film Fridays, Farmers Market, Frost Fest, Dinosaur Exhibit, HH Food, Wine & Brew Fest and much more.
Explore one of the many happenings going on throughout the year on the community calendar.