Keller, TX: Population, ZIP Codes & Nearby Cities
Keller is a small incorporated city in Tarrant County, Texas. In the dataset behind this page it has an estimated population of 47,213, sits at 32.934°N, 97.225°W, and observes Central time. Below you will find how it ranks inside Texas, which ZIP codes it uses, the closest places around it, and how far it is from major US cities.
What are the key facts about Keller, TX?
| Place | Keller |
|---|---|
| Type | Small incorporated city |
| State | Texas |
| County | Tarrant County (FIPS 48439) |
| Estimated population | 47,213 |
| Density | 2,556 per sq mi (987 per sq km) |
| Coordinates | 32.9337, -97.2255 |
| Time zone | Central time (UTC−6, America/Chicago) |
| ZIP codes | 2 (76248–76262) |
| Rank in state | 84th of 1,679 listed places |
| Nearest city over 100,000 | Fort Worth, TX (13 mi) |
What is the population of Keller, TX?
Keller has an estimated population of 47,213. That makes it the 84th largest of the 1,679 places we list in Texas, and the 8th largest of 37 places in Tarrant County. The typical place in Texas has about 1,441 residents, so Keller is roughly 32.8 times the size of a typical neighbor in the state.
Estimates for places of this size carry wider margins of error than those for big cities, so treat the figure as a guide to scale. Our guide to understanding city population numbers explains why sources disagree.
Places in Texas with a similar population include Kyle (48,393), Burleson (48,225), Farmers Branch (48,158), Cedar Hill (47,930), Weatherford (46,268). Comparing these pages is a quick way to see how Keller differs from communities of the same scale.
How dense is Keller?
Keller has about 2,556 people per square mile (987 per square kilometer), which we classify as suburban. Within Texas, it is denser than about 89% of the listed places. Land at this level is usually a mix of single-family neighborhoods, shopping corridors and parks, where driving is common but destinations are close. Read how to interpret population density to see how we draw these lines.
What ZIP codes does Keller use?
Keller uses 2 ZIP codes: 76248, 76262. Several codes in one place usually reflect separate delivery areas, post offices or large buildings with their own code. Codes beginning with 7 are assigned to the south-central states (Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas). Learn more in our guide to how ZIP codes work or check any code with the ZIP code lookup.
What time zone is Keller in?
Keller is in the Central time zone, which is UTC−6 from Coordinated Universal Time in standard time (IANA zone America/Chicago). The area observes daylight saving time, so clocks move forward in March and back in November. The nearest listed place in a different time zone is North Hobbs, NM, about 343 miles away, which gives a sense of how far the nearest zone boundary may be. Current local time: see the Central time hub. For the rules behind these zones, read US time zones explained.
Where is Keller located in Texas?
Keller lies in the northeastern part of Texas, at 32.934° north latitude and 97.225° west longitude. The state capital, Austin, is about 185 miles to the south. The closest listed place in another state is Lone Grove, OK, roughly 86 miles to the north, which shows how near Keller is to a state line. For big-city services, the nearest place with more than 100,000 people is Fort Worth, TX, 13 miles to the southwest.
Which cities are near Keller, TX?
The closest listed place to Keller is Watauga, TX, 4.5 miles to the south. Of the eight nearest places below, 6 are in the same county. Distances are straight-line (great-circle) miles measured between place centers; see how distance is calculated.
| Place | Distance | Direction | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watauga | 4.5 mi | South | 24,481 |
| Southlake | 4.6 mi | East | 32,376 |
| North Richland Hills | 5.1 mi | South | 70,670 |
| Trophy Club | 5.3 mi | Northeast | 12,451 |
| Colleyville | 5.3 mi | Southeast | 27,091 |
| Roanoke | 5.6 mi | North | 9,388 |
| Hurst | 7.3 mi | South | 38,655 |
| Bedford | 8.0 mi | Southeast | 49,049 |
Which county is Keller in?
Keller is in Tarrant County, which has the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) code 48439. The county contains 37 places in our data, 26 of which have their own page here and 11 smaller communities that appear only in county and state lists. Other places in the county include Fort Worth (909,585), Arlington (398,854), Mansfield (72,419), North Richland Hills (70,670), Euless (57,197). Codes like this one help separate places that share a name; see the guide to counties and FIPS codes.
How far is Keller from major US cities?
Among six major hubs, Keller is closest to Houston, TX at about 243 miles and farthest from New York, NY at about 1,391 miles in a straight line. Road distances are usually 10 to 30 percent longer. Try the distance calculator for any other pair.
| Major city | Straight-line distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 1,391 mi | Northeast |
| Los Angeles, CA | 1,221 mi | West |
| Chicago, IL | 807 mi | Northeast |
| Houston, TX | 243 mi | Southeast |
| Atlanta, GA | 741 mi | East |
| Denver, CO | 635 mi | Northwest |
Are there other places called Keller?
Yes. Our data lists 2 other places named Keller: Keller, WA (210), Keller, VA (169). When you search for Keller, add the state or county so you land on the right one. This page covers the Keller in Tarrant County, Texas.
Planning a move to Keller?
If you are weighing Keller, start with the practical numbers: how far it is from where you live, whether it changes your time zone, and how its size and density compare with your current city. Use the distance calculator to measure the trip from where you live. The radius search tool lists every place within any distance of it. Our checklist for comparing cities explains what to check next.
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Population and density come from a compiled dataset and are estimates. They may differ from official Census Bureau counts. Verify important figures at census.gov.