Belton, County seat in Bell County, Texas
Belton is a city in Bell County, Texas, serving as the administrative center for the county. It sits within the Killeen-Temple metropolitan area and functions as a regional hub for the surrounding communities.
The settlement started in 1850 as Nolanville and was renamed Belton in 1851 after Texas Governor Peter H. Bell. During the Civil War, the town maintained a notable pro-Union minority that backed Sam Houston's opposition to Texas secession.
The Belton City Council, consisting of seven elected members who receive one dollar annually, meets twice monthly to address community matters.
Visitors will find everyday conveniences and local services typical of a county seat town. The city is straightforward to explore and offers the basic facilities travelers expect when visiting.
During the Civil War, Belton maintained a notable pro-Union minority that supported Sam Houston's opposition to Texas secession.
Location: Bell County
Inception: 1850
Elevation above the sea: 155 m
Shares border with: Temple
Website: http://ci.belton.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 31.05890,-97.46330
Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:21
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Hallmark Lanes
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V. R. Means House
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Arcadia Theater
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Belton Standpipe
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28.6 km
Water Tower
29.2 km
Clubhouse
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Potts, Arthur, House
433 m
Anderson House and Store
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Caretaker's House
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Baylor Female College Historic District
901 m
Burford, R. F. and Lena, House
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Belton Yarn Mill
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Temple Commercial Historic District
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