Hillsville, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Carroll County County
Hillsville, VA
At a Glance
How Hillsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hillsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hillsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hillsville residents earn a median household income of $62,861 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,200. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 654 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hillsville is $132,600 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $197,504. Median rent is $691/month, with 14.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Hillsville reports 141 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,159/100K.
Education
16.6% of adults in Hillsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below the national average). 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hillsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches.