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Hillsboro, MD

Maryland

Hillsboro is a small town in Maryland with a population of 130. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
130 Population 929/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $29,232 per capita
$241,700 Home Value
$955 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$65,417 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$241,700 home value, $955/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $241,700
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $955
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density929/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$29,232
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,590M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,700
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking13.2%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation50 ft (15 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries3

Is Hillsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. 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 $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsboro is $241,700, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hillsboro has a population of 130 with a density of 929 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

130
Total Population
929
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.5%
Female 58.5%

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 $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hillsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$61,309

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)732
County GDP$1,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail85
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsboro is $241,700, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,700
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$955
18% below US avg
Rent Burden30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.7%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Hillsboro, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death10,061/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities47
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation50 ft (15 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density929/sq mi
Coordinates38.9170°N, 75.9418°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS24011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.1-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density929/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores85

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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