Hillsboro, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Montgomery County County
Hillsboro, IL
At a Glance
How Hillsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hillsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hillsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hillsboro residents earn a median household income of $48,158 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,683. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 697 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsboro is $95,800 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $149,368. Median rent is $841/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Hillsboro reports 191 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 540/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches.