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Hillsboro, MD
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Hillsboro, MD
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 $65,417 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,232. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 732 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsboro is $241,700 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $361,325. Median rent is $955/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Hillsboro reports 435 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 15% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,177/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.