Michigan
Hillman is a small town in Michigan with a population of 750. Residents earn $41,000 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hillman receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hillman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hillman is $41,000, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Hillman is $93,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Hillman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches, including 77.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,000 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,345 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $910 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,988 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.3% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 347 |
| County GDP | $482M |
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,081 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.38% |
| Commute Time | 15.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $93,200 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $183,163 |
| Census Median Rent | $665 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.0% |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,081 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.38% |
| Obesity | 39.8% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 30.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,916/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.7 inches |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 77.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0668°N, 83.8937°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26141 |
Winner: Republican by 29 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.5% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 452/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 83.4% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Retail Stores | 61 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 15.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |