The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 76571 sells for about $588,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,500 a month.
ZIP 76571 — Salado
The Salado housing market remains stable with steady demand for single-family homes, supported by its reputation for high-quality schools and historic charm. While inventory has increased, prices continue to show modest year-over-year growth, reflecting the area's appeal to families and commuters. Market conditions are currently balanced, with a healthy pace of new construction helping to meet ongoing demand.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking a small-town atmosphere with high-quality schools, as well as commuters who value a scenic, historic environment within reach of larger regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 6.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
1 foreclosure-ledger notice — 1.1 per 10,000 residents · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 6.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 76571, Bell County TX
Crime in Salado is generally low, with the area experiencing significantly lower rates of violent and property crime compared to the broader regional averages in Bell County.
The area is served by the Salado Independent School District, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and community-focused extracurricular programs.
The region faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional flash flooding, with property insurance premiums reflecting these regional weather patterns.
Salado is experiencing steady growth driven by its appeal as a historic, scenic destination and its proximity to the expanding Killeen-Temple-Belton economic corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents primarily rely on I-35 for commuting, providing a direct corridor to major employment hubs in Temple to the north and Belton/Killeen to the south.
The area features the historic Salado Creek, numerous local parks, and a vibrant downtown shopping district, with several golf courses and trails located within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for single-family homes, with limited multi-family inventory and a growing presence of short-term rentals catering to tourism.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, retail, and small businesses, with significant employment support from the nearby Killeen-Temple-Belton regional labor market.
The area is primarily served by the I-35 highway corridor, which facilitates regional transit and logistics for the surrounding Bell County area.
Development is focused on expanding residential capacity through master-planned communities while preserving the historic character of the village center.
The Bell County Appraisal District manages property assessments, utilizing annual market value adjustments to reflect current real estate trends.
Parcels in this ZIP are subject to Salado ISD taxes and may fall within specific municipal utility districts or local emergency service districts.
Property insurance in this area is influenced by regional hazard profiles, including wind and hail exposure common to Central Texas.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 76571 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A scenic waterway that serves as the heart of the village's historic district.
A historic golf course offering 18 holes and community amenities.
A public park featuring rotating art installations and walking paths.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.