Housing
Templeton is a rapidly growing community of nearly 350 residents, who take great pride in their homes. New home construction has been constant over the past twenty years and the city recently completed the West Ridge Housing Development. Eighteen lots were established in this new subdivision, complete with paved streets and underground utilities. The subdivision is conveniently located near Holy Trinity School and Sacred Heart Church, a beautiful old church constructed in the classic design of many European churches of the past.

Industrial & Commercial Expansion
Industrial and commercial expansion has been the focus of the Templeton Area Development Corporation (TADC) since 1992. The corporation saw the construction of five new businesses in its first commercial/industrial park in just three short years. Work on the second such development began in 1998.

Business
The business community in Templeton is strong. Templeton is home to a number of businesses including restaurants, a bank, a veterinarian, agricultural suppliers, automobile repair services and numerous building, electrical, plumbing and earthwork contractors. These businesses have provided a strong economic base for the area and many have recently expanded. The local business community also makes up nearly half the employment base of local residents.

Community
Templeton has much to offer residents of the community. The summer recreation program provides activities for local children including arts in the park, swimming lessons, weekly swimming bus trips to Manning and golf and tennis lessons. A little league program is also popular throughout the summer months. Templeton is located only fifteen minutes from four beautiful golf courses. Many fraternal organizations and clubs are popular in Templeton, including the Knights of Columbus, and Senior Social Club. Families in Templeton have the choice between  Kuemper Catholic School system, Carroll Community Public Schools or Manning Community Schools, all of which are academic leaders in the state.

Services
Local residents are proud of the many services available in the city. The Templeton Community Fire Department and First Responders are comprised of dedicated and hard working local people who provide second-to-none emergency response services. The first responders is one of only a handful of small departments with certified EMTs on staff.

Telephone, Internet and cable television service is provided by Templeton Telephone Company, which has been a progressive, locally-owned and operated company for more than 90 years. In 1993, the city council worked with the neighboring community of Manning to install natural gas service in Templeton. Electricity is provided by MidAmerican Energy.

As you can see, the small community of Templeton has a tremendous amount to offer. Take a look for yourself and we will be glad to have you!