I don't know about the local prices on housing in Temple or Killeen but it will be infinitely cheaper than anything in NY state.
I have a friend who is a real estate agent. She can probably refer you to a local agent there. Just PM me if you are interested.
EDIT - OH! Just double-checked on the map. You will be in the middle between Dallas-Fort Worth and to Austin to enjoy some of the events & places without the headache of living there.
**just get to used to driving. "That's only 2 hrs away; that's not far at all" :P