Hillsboro, NM

New Mexico

Hillsboro is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 220. Residents earn $16,038 per year, which is 79% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
220 Population 103/sq mi density
$16,038 Median Income $18,171 per capita
$219,400 Home Value $235,613 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$16,038 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$219,400 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,038
79% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,400
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.7%
333% higher than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age69.4 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

C
Median Income$16,038
Per Capita$18,171
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty53.7%
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

F
Home Value$219,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,613

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation5,361 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+72.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Hillsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsboro receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hillsboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillsboro is $16,038, 79% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 53.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsboro is $219,400, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Hillsboro has a population of 220 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 69.4 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 11.4% Hispanic.

Population

220
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
69.4yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsboro is $16,038, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 53.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Hillsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,038
79% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,171
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate53.7%
333% above US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home46.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsboro is $219,400, 22% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,400
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Hillsboro, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,361 ft (1,634 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates32.9218°N, 107.5772°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+72.3%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home46.7%

Nearby Cities

Compare Hillsboro with another city: