Median Income
$46,364
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$98,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Sand Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population352
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,364
Per Capita$24,138
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$3,724M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$98,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Elevation622 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Libraries4
Is Sand Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sand Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sand Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sand Hill is $46,364, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sand Hill is $98,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Sand Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Sand Hill has a population of 352 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.8%), with 27.3% Hispanic.
Population
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Sand Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Sand Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sand Hill is $46,364, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Sand Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,364 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,138 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,037 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,637 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,570 |
| County GDP | $3,724M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 142 |
| Healthcare | 206 |
| Retail | 249 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,537 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.4% |
The median home value in Sand Hill is $98,900, 65% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $98,900 |
| 65% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,537 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.57% |
In Sand Hill, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sand Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.7% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 14,215/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 206 |
Crime Rates: Sand Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Sand Hill has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.2 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 622 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6343°N, 95.2012°W |
| County FIPS | 40101 |