Median Income
$39,432
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$121,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,153
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.5%
33% higher than US avg
How Hilltop Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,058
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,671/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Economy
B
Median Income$39,432
Per Capita$24,676
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$22,980M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$121,400
Rent$1,153
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation876 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Libraries10
Is Hilltop a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hilltop receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $39,432, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hilltop is $121,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,153 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Hilltop enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hilltop has a population of 3,058 with a density of 1,671 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 37.1% Black.
Population
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.2% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.8% |
| 27% below US avg |
The median household income in Hilltop is $39,432, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,432 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,676 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,145 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,958 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,388 |
| County GDP | $22,980M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 644 |
| Healthcare | 647 |
| Retail | 1,084 |
| Manufacturing | 421 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Hilltop is $121,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,153 (1% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $121,400 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,153 |
| 1% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,607 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.97% |
In Hilltop, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hilltop vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.5% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.3% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,013/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 647 |
Crime Rates: Hilltop vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
Hilltop has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.2 inches |
| 32% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 876 ft (267 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,671/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9755°N, 81.9585°W |
| County FIPS | 45083 |