Hillsboro, IA — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $43,125

43% lower than US avg

Home Value $47,800

83% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.1%

91% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,063

9% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.2%

6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population159

Median Age35.4 yrs

Density274/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$43,125

Per Capita$19,882

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty13.2%

County GDP$1,154M

Commute35 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$47,800

Rent$1,063

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$178,064

Housing Units85

Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking17.2%

Depression22.1%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain38.5 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation736 ft (224 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.1%

High School+92.9%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score5.62

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%

Commute35 min

Broadband55.0%

Libraries5

Is Hillsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. 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 $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsboro is $47,800, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hillsboro has a population of 159 with a density of 274 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 20.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

159

Total Population

274

People / sq mi

35.4yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.2%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsboro is $43,125, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,882 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,008, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 638 business establishments, including 36 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hillsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,125
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,882
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,008
IRS Avg AGI	$63,859

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.2%
	6% above US avg
Establishments (County)	638
County GDP	$1,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants	36
Healthcare	59
Retail	57
Manufacturing	28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,335
	24% above US avg
Cost of Living	87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	9.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.8 min
Drive Alone	90.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsboro is $47,800, 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,064, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $788 for a one-bedroom to $989 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 85 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $4,335 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$47,800
	83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$178,064

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,063
	9% below US avg
Rent Burden	32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$738
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$989
3 Bedrooms	$1,282
4 Bedrooms	$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	69.1%
Renter-Occupied	30.9%
Housing Units	85
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,335
	24% above US avg
Effective Rate	9.07%

In Hillsboro, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 23.0% report binge drinking. 23.9% are physically inactive. 22.1% report depression. 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699. The dentist ratio is 1:1,554. 78.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.2%
	23% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.0%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	22.1%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.9%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,699
Dentists	1:1,554
Mental Health	1:782
Checkup Rate	74.2%
Dental Visits	65.6%
Premature Death	6,888/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	78.9%
Healthcare Facilities	59

Hillsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The area receives 24.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 736 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.7°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.5 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	736 ft (224 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	274/sq mi
Coordinates	40.8372°N, 91.7113°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Henry County County
County FIPS	19087

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	22°F (-6°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	1.2 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	2.6 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.4 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.3 in
June	71°F (22°C)	4.0 in
July	74°F (23°C)	4.5 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.1 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.3 in
October	54°F (12°C)	2.8 in
November	40°F (4°C)	2.5 in
December	28°F (-3°C)	1.9 in

Hillsboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 22°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.2").

Hillsboro is located in Henry County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 3.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.3% of the vote, a 36-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 59 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%

D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.1%
	91% below US avg
High School+	92.9%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	5.62

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	274/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi
County	Henry County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	55.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	59
Restaurants	36
Retail Stores	57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.8 min
Drive Alone	90.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hillsboro

What is the population of Hillsboro?

Hillsboro has a population of 159 residents and is located in Iowa. The population density is 274 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Hillsboro expensive to live in?

Hillsboro is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,125, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $47,800 (83% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Hillsboro?

Hillsboro has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Hillsboro?

The job market in Hillsboro is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,008. There are 638 business establishments in the area, including 36 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hillsboro?

The median home value in Hillsboro is $47,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,064. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,063. Fair market rent is $788 for a 1-bedroom and $989 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $4,335.

How are the schools in Hillsboro?

Schools in Hillsboro score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 3.1% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hillsboro?

The obesity rate in Hillsboro is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 23.9% are physically inactive. 22.1% of residents report depression. 7.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 78.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699.

What is transportation like in Hillsboro?

The average commute in Hillsboro is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hillsboro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hillsboro is 96.9% White. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 20.1% of residents have a disability. 97.9% have health insurance coverage.

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