Hillsboro, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Johnson County County
Hillsboro, TX
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 $55,761 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,127. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,062 business establishments, including 321 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsboro is $118,400 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $208,985. Median rent is $948/month, with 30.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Hillsboro reports 135 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,871/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Hillsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsboro has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.