Hillsdale, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Hillsdale County County
Hillsdale, MI
At a Glance
How Hillsdale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hillsdale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hillsdale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hillsdale residents earn a median household income of $47,817 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,351. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 880 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsdale is $131,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $205,926. Median rent is $801/month, with 27.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1955.
Safety & Crime
Hillsdale reports 288 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 701/100K.
Education
25.7% of adults in Hillsdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsdale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches.