RANK #836 / 996 · POP 82,927 · TX
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.9%
Coryell County, Texas, is defined by its central Texas location and the significant presence of Fort Hood, one of the world's largest military installations. Gatesville, the county seat, is about 80 miles north of Austin and 110 miles southwest of Dallas. The county's landscape features plateaus and grasslands, with the Leon River and Cowhouse Creek as primary waterways. Outdoor recreation includes hiking, biking, and fishing in various parks and lakes, with Mother Neff State Park nearby offering trails and camping. The community offers a blend of small-town Texas and military culture.
Life in Coryell County is characterized by affordable housing and a family-friendly atmosphere. Public schools in the county are generally above average. Commute options include the Hill Country Transit District's "The HOP" service, providing micro-transit and rural regional commuter routes within Coryell County and to nearby cities like Temple and Copperas Cove. The economy is significantly influenced by Fort Hood. Beyond the military, the county's economic development board focuses on promoting commercial development, tourism, and job creation. Recent economic discussions have involved county budget and tax rate adjustments, with public safety and infrastructure receiving significant funding.
Overvalued relative to economy
Below national median
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Housing looks overvalued at 7.2x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
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Bynum Solar Project
Undisclosed (part of ERCOT interconnection queue)
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$56M | Planned |
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Ryan Energy Storage
Undisclosed (part of ERCOT interconnection queue)
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$52M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Coryell County has a Boom Town Index score of 16/100, ranking #836 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.5% and a median household income of $63,281, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Coryell County is $153,300 with median rent at $1,046/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.4128, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.5% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.5%. Home values changed +0.4% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 7.45% of Coryell County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.