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Hillsboro, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Hillsboro is a small town in Alabama with a population of 482. Residents earn $59,359 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
482 Population 256/sq mi density
$59,359 Median Income $32,515 per capita
$177,000 Home Value $173,848 Zillow
$679 Median Rent 12.7% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,359 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,000 home value, $679/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,359
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population482
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,359
Per Capita$32,515
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$865M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,000
Rent$679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,848
Housing Units244
Rent Burden12.7%

Health

Obesity45.1%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking15.3%
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation603 ft (184 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+83.9%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.5%
Libraries3

Is Hillsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hillsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillsboro is $59,359, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsboro is $177,000, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hillsboro has a population of 482 with a density of 256 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (88%), with 6.6% White, 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

482
Total Population
256
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsboro is $59,359, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hillsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,359
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,515
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$57,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)572
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare35
Retail84
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,231
65% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsboro is $177,000, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,848.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,000
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,848

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$39
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg
Rent Burden12.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units244
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,231
65% below US avg
Effective Rate0.70%
In Hillsboro, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 19.7% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hillsboro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure45.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.2%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep48.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.9%
Dental Visits45.1%
Premature Death13,633/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities35
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation603 ft (184 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates34.6426°N, 87.1785°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS01079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.3-point margin. 75.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+83.9%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density256/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants44
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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