Belton is the Bell County seat. Charming storefronts characterize the historic commercial district, the center of which is the impressive Bell County Courthouse, built in 1885.

Belton is home to an estimated 19,000 people. New residents continue to be drawn to Belton by outstanding schools, great parks and by the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Belton has over 160 acres of parkland located throughout the city. It is situated along Belton Lake, with a 1.5 mile hike and bike trail that runs through central Belton providing a scenic tour through three city parks.