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Hillcrest Heights, FL
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Hillcrest Heights, FL
At a Glance
How Hillcrest Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hillcrest Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hillcrest Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hillcrest Heights residents earn a median household income of $115,568 , which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,273. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 17,281 business establishments, including 1,064 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillcrest Heights is $223,500 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,269. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Hillcrest Heights reports 444 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,433/100K.
Education
36.1% of adults in Hillcrest Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 84.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillcrest Heights has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.