Hillsboro, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $65,278

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $206,200

27% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 563/100K

48% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.1%

49% lower than US avg

Median Rent $928

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.5%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

3% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.9%

20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,483

Median Age30.9 yrs

Density907/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$65,278

Per Capita$26,660

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty9.9%

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$206,200

Rent$928

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$309,577

Housing Units1,221

Rent Burden31.4%

Crime

Violent563/100K

Property1,956/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault464/100K

Burglary331/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking16.3%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.2 in/yr

Sunny Days265/yr

Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.1%

High School+89.6%

Graduate+7.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute33 min

Broadband97.7%

Is Hillsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, 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 $65,278, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsboro is $206,200, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 563 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,956 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hillsboro has a population of 3,483 with a density of 907 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 11.1% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,483

Total Population

907

People / sq mi

30.9yrs

Median Age

21% below US avg

3.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.4%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.6%
	81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsboro is $65,278, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,660 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 9.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hillsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,278
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	3% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.9%
	20% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.0 min
Drive Alone	78.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsboro is $206,200, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,577, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.2% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $928 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,221 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1996. 31.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$206,200
	27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$309,577
Median List Price	$289,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$289,900
$/Sq Ft	$218
Homes Sold	5
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.2%
Price Drops	9.1%
Inventory	11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$928
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	66.3%
Housing Units	1,221
Median Year Built	1996

Property Tax

In Hillsboro, 39.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 31.3% have high blood pressure. 16.3% are current smokers. 17.9% report binge drinking. 26.0% are physically inactive. 24.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.5%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.3%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	26.0%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	13.0%
Short Sleep	37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.1%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	61.7%

Food & Exercise

Hillsboro has a violent crime rate of 563 per 100,000 residents, 48% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 464.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 99.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,956 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,591, burglary at 331, vehicle theft at 33 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hillsboro receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Hillsboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	563.5/100K
	48% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	99.4/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	464.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,955.6/100K
	0% below US avg
Burglary	331.5/100K
Theft	1,591.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	33.2/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Hillsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.2 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.0°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.2 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	791 ft (241 m)
Area	3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density	907/sq mi
Coordinates	38.2323°N, 90.5629°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.4 in
July	78°F (25°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.4 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.7 in
December	35°F (1°C)	3.2 in

Hillsboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.1").

17.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet access. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.1%
	49% below US avg
High School+	89.6%
Graduate Degree+	7.1%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	907/sq mi
Total Area	3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.7%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.0 min
Drive Alone	78.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Hillsboro

What is the population of Hillsboro?

Hillsboro has a population of 3,483 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 907 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Hillsboro expensive to live in?

Hillsboro is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $65,278, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $206,200 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hillsboro safe?

The violent crime rate in Hillsboro is 563 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,956 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hillsboro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hillsboro?

Hillsboro has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Hillsboro?

Hillsboro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 9.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hillsboro?

The median home value in Hillsboro is $206,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $309,577. For renters, the median monthly rent is $928. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Hillsboro?

Schools in Hillsboro score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.1% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hillsboro?

The obesity rate in Hillsboro is 39.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.3% of adults are smokers. 26.0% are physically inactive. 24.8% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Hillsboro?

The average commute in Hillsboro is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hillsboro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hillsboro is 88.9% White, 1.4% Black or African American. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 11.1% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

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