Killeen, Texas was founded on May 15, 1882 and is the largest city in Bell County, as well as the largest metropolitan area between Dallas and Austin (approximately 70 miles from Austin). The City is adjacent to Fort Cavazos, the largest armored military installation in the nation, which became home to military post Camp Hood in 1942 and Fort Hood in 1950. This vibrant, family-oriented community is home to more than 160,000 residents who enjoy quality neighborhoods, a thriving economy, a full range of educational opportunities, and easy access to big city amenities.