Median Income $48,750

35% lower than US avg

Home Value $61,900

78% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.4%

84% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.1%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

47% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.6%

47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population655

Median Age50.2 yrs

Density1,008/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans6.7%

Economy

Median Income$48,750

Per Capita$23,622

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty6.6%

County GDP$4,532M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$61,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units191

Health

Obesity41.1%

Uninsured9.4%

Smoking22.6%

Depression34.9%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain47.9 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,843 ft (562 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.4%

High School+80.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%

Commute17 min

Broadband85.9%

Libraries5

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hilltop is $61,900, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hilltop experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hilltop has a population of 655 with a density of 1,008 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

655

Total Population

1,008

People / sq mi

50.2yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%

Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hilltop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hilltop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hilltop is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hilltop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$48,750
	35% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,622
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,043
IRS Avg AGI	$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	47% above US avg
Poverty Rate	6.6%
	47% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,608
County GDP	$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants	129
Healthcare	299
Retail	302
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,735
	22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	43.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hilltop is $61,900, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$61,900
	78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$714
1 Bedroom	$766
2 Bedrooms	$945
3 Bedrooms	$1,231
4 Bedrooms	$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.5%
Housing Units	191
Median Year Built	1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,735
	22% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.42%

In Hilltop, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 34.9% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	14.0%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	38.5%
Asthma	13.9%
COPD	10.2%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.6%
	61% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.6%
Physical Inactivity	34.1%
Depression	34.9%
Mental Distress	25.7%
Physical Distress	17.8%
Short Sleep	49.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.7%
Uninsured	9.4%
	9% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	50.6%
Premature Death	16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	56.8%
Healthcare Facilities	299

Hilltop has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	52.4°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.9 inches
	26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,843 ft (562 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density	1,008/sq mi
Coordinates	37.9392°N, 81.1527°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54081

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%

D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.4%
	84% below US avg
High School+	80.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.81

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	1,008/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.9%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	299
Restaurants	129
Retail Stores	302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	43.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.1%

Hilltop, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hilltop a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hilltop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hilltop vs U.S. Average

Income: Hilltop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities