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Hillview, IL

Illinois

Hillview is a small town in Illinois with a population of 147. Residents earn $82,000 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
147 Population 179/sq mi density
$82,000 Median Income $24,916 per capita
$70,400 Home Value
$763 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$82,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,400 home value, $763/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,000
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $70,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,000
Per Capita$24,916
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$431M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,400
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units86
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.0%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation444 ft (135 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+77.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute35 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries4

Is Hillview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillview receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hillview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillview is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hillview is $70,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hillview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hillview has a population of 147 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

147
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hillview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hillview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillview is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Hillview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,000
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,916
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$60,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail35
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hillview is $70,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,400
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%
In Hillview, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,922
Dentists1:2,913
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death10,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Hillview has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation444 ft (135 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates39.4496°N, 90.5386°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.8-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+77.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone69.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.0%

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