Hiltons, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Hiltons is a small town in Virginia with a population of 403. Residents earn $43,472 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
403 Population 336/sq mi density
$43,472 Median Income $25,320 per capita
$115,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$43,472 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,500 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,472
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population403
Median Age66.3 yrs
Density336/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans19.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,472
Per Capita$25,320
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$610M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation1,316 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Broadband60.6%
Libraries1

Is Hiltons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiltons receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hiltons offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hiltons is $43,472, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hiltons is $115,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hiltons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hiltons has a population of 403 with a density of 336 people per square mile. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%).

Population

403
Total Population
336
People / sq mi
66.3yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiltons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hiltons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiltons is $43,472, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hiltons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,472
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,320
Avg Weekly Wage$865
IRS Avg AGI$54,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)407
County GDP$610M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare36
Retail60
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,943
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hiltons is $115,500, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,500
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio67.7%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,943
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Hiltons, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,806/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access50.2%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hiltons has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,316 ft (401 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density336/sq mi
Coordinates36.6549°N, 82.4678°W
County FIPS51169
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.4-point margin. 60.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density336/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants21
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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