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Hillman, MN

Minnesota

Hillman is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 22. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
22 Population 35/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $28,014 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $350,704 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population22
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$28,014
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$674M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$350,704
Housing Units15
Rent Burden29.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,313 ft (400 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries2

Is Hillman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillman receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Hillman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillman is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillman is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hillman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hillman has a population of 22 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 9.1% Hispanic.

Population

22
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillman is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hillman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,014
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillman is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$350,704

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units15
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
Hillman has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,313 ft (400 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates46.0063°N, 93.8887°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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