Median Income
$81,875
9% higher than US avg
Home Value
$217,800
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,179
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population892
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,088/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,875
Per Capita$39,417
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$12,640M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$217,800
Rent$1,179
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,800
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation634 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 30% / D 68%
Commute19 min
Libraries8
Is Hills a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hills is $81,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hills is $217,800, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hills has a population of 892 with a density of 1,088 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 3% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.
Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
The median household income in Hills is $81,875, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,875 |
| 9% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,417 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,456 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 5,140 |
| County GDP | $12,640M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 448 |
| Healthcare | 493 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 80 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.0% |
The median home value in Hills is $217,800, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,179 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,800.
Home Values
| Census Median | $217,800 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $248,800 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $149 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,179 |
| 1% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,982 |
| 99% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.21% |
In Hills, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hills vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 4,821/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 493 |
Crime Rates: Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Hills has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.5 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 634 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,088/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5566°N, 91.5363°W |
| County FIPS | 19103 |