Hillandale, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Hillandale is a small town in Maryland with a population of 4,901. Residents earn $159,118 per year, which is 112% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,901 Population 2,593/sq mi density
$159,118 Median Income $54,251 per capita
$509,900 Home Value
$3,217 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$159,118 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$509,900 home value, $3,217/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $159,118
112% higher than US avg
Home Value $509,900
81% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.4%
55% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,217
177% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

How Hillandale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,901
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density2,593/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 36%

Economy

A+
Median Income$159,118
Per Capita$54,251
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$37,130M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$509,900
Rent$3,217
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation279 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.4%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 69%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Hillandale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillandale receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Hillandale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillandale is $159,118, which is significantly higher than the national average — 112% above $75,149. This places Hillandale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillandale is $509,900, making it a premium housing market at 81% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,217 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Hillandale is a highly educated community — 52.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillandale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hillandale has a population of 4,901 with a density of 2,593 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (36.1%), with 6.3% Hispanic, 21.6% Black.

Population

4,901
Total Population
2,593
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillandale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.3%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.7%
196% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillandale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillandale is $159,118, which is 112% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hillandale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$159,118
112% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,251
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$131,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,342
County GDP$37,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants703
Healthcare1,202
Retail822
Manufacturing168

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillandale is $509,900, 81% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,217 (177% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$509,900
81% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$231
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio90.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,217
177% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,202
134% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Hillandale, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hillandale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death4,573/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access98.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,202

Crime Rates: Hillandale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Hillandale has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density2,593/sq mi
Coordinates39.0263°N, 76.9752°W
County FIPS24027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.4%
D 69.1%

Winner: Democrat by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.4%
55% above US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.85
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,593/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,202
Restaurants703
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home19.0%

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