Hilltop, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Hilltop is a small town in Ohio with a population of 643. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
643 Population 857/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $44,223 per capita
$127,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,300 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $127,300
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population643
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density857/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$44,223
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$9,687M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation943 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries14

Is Hilltop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hilltop receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hilltop offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hilltop is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hilltop is $127,300, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hilltop experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hilltop has a population of 643 with a density of 857 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

643
Total Population
857
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Hilltop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hilltop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hilltop is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hilltop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,223
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,454
County GDP$9,687M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare493
Retail625
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hilltop is $127,300, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,300
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Hilltop, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities493

Crime Rates: Hilltop vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Hilltop has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation943 ft (287 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density857/sq mi
Coordinates41.1626°N, 80.7408°W
County FIPS39155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density857/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants403
Retail Stores625

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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