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Hillsdale, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hillsdale is a small town in Illinois with a population of 489. Residents earn $84,583 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
489 Population 752/sq mi density
$84,583 Median Income $35,308 per capita
$96,700 Home Value $154,113 Zillow
$781 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$84,583 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $781/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,583
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population489
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density752/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$84,583
Per Capita$35,308
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$2,048M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,113
Housing Units207
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.9%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries9

Is Hillsdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillsdale receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Hillsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillsdale is $84,583, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsdale is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hillsdale has a population of 489 with a density of 752 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

489
Total Population
752
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsdale is $84,583, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hillsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,583
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,308
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$74,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,020
County GDP$2,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare90
Retail148
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsdale is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,113.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,113

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$43
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Effective Rate5.93%
In Hillsdale, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,446
Dentists1:2,848
Mental Health1:1,863
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death7,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities90
Hillsdale has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density752/sq mi
Coordinates41.6069°N, 90.1728°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.5-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density752/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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