Home Value $167,200

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.6%

15% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.4%

4% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115

Median Age46.1 yrs

Density75/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans87.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,586

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,433M

Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$167,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units95

Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity33.4%

Uninsured6.9%

Smoking12.6%

Depression22.0%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain39.9 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute34 min

Broadband50.0%

Libraries3

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 low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hillsdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillsdale is $167,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillsdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hillsdale has a population of 115 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

115

Total Population

People / sq mi

46.1yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%

Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	60.1%
	23% below US avg
Spanish	39.9%
	198% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hillsdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillsdale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hillsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,586
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,031
IRS Avg AGI	$90,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	966
County GDP	$1,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants	60
Healthcare	68
Retail	81
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,781
	65% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.9 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillsdale is $167,200, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$167,200
	41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$214
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$702
1 Bedroom	$753
2 Bedrooms	$947
3 Bedrooms	$1,223
4 Bedrooms	$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	95
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,781
	65% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.46%

In Hillsdale, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.4%
	4% above US avg
Diabetes	8.1%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	27.7%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.6%
	10% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	20.2%
Depression	22.0%
Mental Distress	16.5%
Physical Distress	10.4%
Short Sleep	32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.9%
	20% below US avg
Checkup Rate	73.6%
Dental Visits	70.7%
Premature Death	8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	70.4%
Healthcare Facilities	68

Hillsdale has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.9°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	29°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.9 inches
	5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	909 ft (277 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density	75/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6614°N, 94.8569°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	20121

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.5-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%

D 29.3%

Winner: Republican by 39.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.6%
	15% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	5.80

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	75/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	50.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	68
Restaurants	60
Retail Stores	81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.9 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.0%

Hillsdale, KS

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hillsdale a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hillsdale vs U.S. Average

Income: Hillsdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities