Median Income
$67,393
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$184,800
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$962
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.6%
55% lower than US avg
How Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population834
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density1,324/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,393
Per Capita$35,539
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$992M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$184,800
Rent$962
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,731
Rent Burden18.6%
Health
Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,486 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+92.8%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries1
Is Hills a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hills is $67,393, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hills is $184,800, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $962 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Hills has a population of 834 with a density of 1,324 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.
Population
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Hills is $67,393, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,393 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,539 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,379 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 328 |
| County GDP | $992M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,047 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
The median home value in Hills is $184,800, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $962 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,731.
Home Values
| Census Median | $184,800 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $250,731 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $962 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 18.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,047 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.65% |
In Hills, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hills vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,748/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
Crime Rates: Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Hills has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.3 inches |
| 23% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,486 ft (453 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5276°N, 96.3593°W |
| County FIPS | 27133 |