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Hilltop Lakes, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hilltop Lakes is a small town in Texas with a population of 803. Residents earn $100,775 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
803 Population 94/sq mi density
$100,775 Median Income $37,905 per capita
$265,800 Home Value
68°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,775 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$265,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,775
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $265,800
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.8%
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population803
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,775
Per Capita$37,905
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$3,271M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units364
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.8%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+25.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 24%
Commute34 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries3

Is Hilltop Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hilltop Lakes receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Hilltop Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hilltop Lakes is $100,775, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Hilltop Lakes among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.5% 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 Hilltop Lakes is $265,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Hilltop Lakes is a highly educated community — 55.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hilltop Lakes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hilltop Lakes has a population of 803 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%).

Population

803
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hilltop Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hilltop Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hilltop Lakes is $100,775, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hilltop Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,775
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,905
Avg Weekly Wage$1,475
IRS Avg AGI$65,562

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)393
County GDP$3,271M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare18
Retail55
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,232
49% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hilltop Lakes is $265,800, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,800
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%
Housing Units364
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,232
49% above US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Hilltop Lakes, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hilltop Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:8,479
Dentists1:17,153
Mental Health1:4,317
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death10,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access58.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Hilltop Lakes has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates31.0636°N, 96.1905°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48395
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 55.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.8%
66% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+25.4%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants36
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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