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Hillsboro, MS
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Hillsboro, MS
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 $47,056 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,241. The unemployment rate stands at 10.9% (203% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 527 business establishments, including 46 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsboro is $76,400 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $118,653. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Hillsboro reports 660 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,217/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 71.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.