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Hillsborough, NB

New Brunswick · Moncton Metro

Hillsborough is a small town in New Brunswick with a population of 1,348. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,348 Population 273/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $35,500 per capita
$160,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,000 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,000
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,348
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$35,500
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty15.2%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,000
Rent$750
Ownership78.6%
Housing Units560
Rent Burden13.5%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+43.1%
Graduate+2.3%

Community

Commute25 min

Is Hillsborough a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsborough receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hillsborough offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillsborough is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsborough is $160,000, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Hillsborough has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow.

Hillsborough has a population of 1,348 with a density of 273 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (98.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents.

Population

1,348
Total Population
2021 Census
273
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsborough vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
64% below US avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Hillsborough vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsborough is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,500. The average weekly wage is $683, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 42 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 19.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hillsborough vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,500
Avg Weekly Wage$683

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsborough is $160,000, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163). 78.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 560 total housing units in the city. 13.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,000
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.6%
Owner-Occupied78.6%
Renter-Occupied20.5%
Housing Units560

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Hillsborough receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Hillsborough has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates45.9199°N, 64.6552°W
TimezoneAmerica/Moncton

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 16.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.69"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 3, 2024.

Mar 8, 2009 72 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.6 148 km
Jan 10, 2019 22 km NW of Saint John, Canada M3.4 141 km
Mar 8, 2009 71 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.3 143 km
Mar 21, 2013 60 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M3.2 126 km
Jul 3, 2024 67 km SW of Miramichi, Canada M3.1 131 km
Mar 7, 2019 15 km WSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.9 140 km
Mar 14, 2018 16 km WNW of Saint John, Canada M2.9 139 km
Jun 20, 2013 65 km NNE of Noonan, Canada M2.9 140 km
Apr 22, 2016 New Brunswick, Canada M2.9 122 km
Nov 28, 2013 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.8 94 km
Mar 7, 2008 32 km S of Miramichi, Canada M2.7 109 km
Jan 3, 2017 20 km E of Oromocto, Canada M2.7 122 km
Apr 22, 2016 69 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 122 km
Nov 28, 2013 60 km SSW of Miramichi, Canada M2.6 107 km
Feb 2, 2018 55 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 96 km
Feb 1, 2018 54 km NNW of Sussex, Canada M2.6 95 km
Apr 24, 2015 67 km NW of Salisbury, Canada M2.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Earl (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Earl Category 1 122 km
2009 Bill Category 1 239 km
2008 Kyle Category 1 265 km
2003 Juan Category 2 67 km
2002 Gustav Category 1 288 km
1996 Hortense Category 1 209 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.5 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 4.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 4.5 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 4.7 in Wettest

Hillsborough has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 18°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (3.3").

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7.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+43.1%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Radio Stations near Hillsborough

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CJMO-FM 103.1 "Q103" - Moncton, NB active rock, classic rock AAC 132 kbps
103.9 MAX FM - Moncton's Greatest Hits classic rock, easy listening MP3 64 kbps
CFBO "Plus 90.7" Dieppe, NB hot adult contemporary, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CBC Radio One - Moncton, NB (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CHMA 106.9 FM Sackville, NB campus radio, community radio MP3 192 kbps
CHMA-FM 106.9 Mount Allison University - Sackville, NB campus radio, student radio MP3 192 kbps
CKNI 91.9 "The Bend" Moncton, NB adult contemporary AAC 128 kbps
ICI Radio-Canada Première Nouveau-Brinswick news, talk AAC 48 kbps
CJXL "New Country 96.9" Moncton, NB country, rebranding AAC 145 kbps
ICI Première Nouveau-Brunswick information, local news MP3 128 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Nouveau-Brunswick) Moncton, NB blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
CJSE 89.5 "Country 89" Shediac, NB francophone country, radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hillsborough

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albert County Museum
Joggins Fossil Centre
Keillor House
Monument Lefebvre National Historic Site
Musée de Memramcook
New Brunswick Railway Museum
New Brunswick Railway Museum
Resurgo Place (Moncton Museum)
Tankville School Museum
The Old Bank Museum
William Henry Steeves House Museum

Libraries in Hillsborough

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dieppe Public Library0.0
Dorchester Memorial Public Library0.0
Hillsborough Public Library0.0
Memramcook Public Library0.0
Moncton Public Library0.0
Riverview Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hillsborough

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dieppe Market
Marché Moncton Market

Cafes in Hillsborough

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cinnamon Soul Cafe

Gas Stations in Hillsborough

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Irving
Irving

Golf Courses in Hillsborough

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hillsborough Golf Course

Breweries in Hillsborough

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tide & Boar Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Hillsborough

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hillsborough

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International AirportYQMMedium Airport
Bouctouche Airport-Small Airport
Cormier Airport-Small Airport
Havelock Airport-Small Airport
Moncton / McEwen Airport-Small Airport
Shediac Bridge Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Hillsborough

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hillsborough Post Office
Hillsborough Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hillsborough

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Mary's

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hillsborough

What is the population of Hillsborough?

Hillsborough has a population of 1,348 residents and is located in New Brunswick. The population density is 273 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50% male.

Is Hillsborough expensive to live in?

The median household income is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,000 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hillsborough safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hillsborough receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hillsborough?

Hillsborough has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hillsborough?

The job market in Hillsborough faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $683. There are 42 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 19.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hillsborough?

The median home value in Hillsborough is $160,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $750. The homeownership rate is 78.6%.

How are the schools in Hillsborough?

7.8% of adults in Hillsborough hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school. 2.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Hillsborough?

The average commute in Hillsborough is 25 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hillsborough?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hillsborough is 98.9% White. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish.

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