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 14, 2025 18:06
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Bell County Courthouse
341 m
First Christian Church Parsonage
562 m
V. R. Means House
1.5 kmState Highway 53 Bridge at the Leon River
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Belton Standpipe
1.2 kmMissouri, Kansas & Texas Railroad Bridge at the Leon River
3.6 kmWare, H. A. and Helena, House
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10.1 kmVenable, W. J., House
328 mHarris, Capt. Andrew Jackson, House
1.1 kmElliott, Joel, House
568 mHouse at 402 N. East St.
128 mLee, Walter J., House
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155 m
Potts, Arthur, House
433 mJames House
849 mLuther Memorial
819 m
Burford, R. F. and Lena, House
756 mBelton Farmers' Gin Coop
433 m
Baylor Female College Historic District
901 mSummers' Mill
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139 mBaggett, Ele, House
863 mMorey House
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