Hillsboro, KS
Full City Profile · Kansas · Marion County County
Hillsboro, KS
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 $57,792 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,754. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 351 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsboro is $101,100 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,696. Median rent is $772/month, with 21.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Hillsboro reports 262 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,533/100K.
Education
33.9% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches.