Median Income
$61,566
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$283,900
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,569
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.5%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
44% lower than US avg
How Silver Hill Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,068
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density3,782/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,566
Per Capita$39,087
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute35 min
Housing
A
Home Value$283,900
Rent$1,569
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation271 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute35 min
Libraries19
Is Silver Hill a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Silver Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Silver Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Silver Hill is $61,566, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Silver Hill is $283,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,569 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Silver Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Silver Hill has a population of 5,068 with a density of 3,782 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91.8%), with 1.7% White, 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Silver Hill vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| 49% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Silver Hill vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Silver Hill is $61,566, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Silver Hill vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,566 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,087 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,411 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,994 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 18,770 |
| County GDP | $65,163M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,546 |
| Healthcare | 2,219 |
| Retail | 2,225 |
| Manufacturing | 255 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,553 |
| 59% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
The median home value in Silver Hill is $283,900, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,569 (35% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $283,900 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $279,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $279,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $163 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 30.8% |
| Inventory | 13 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,569 |
| 35% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,553 |
| 59% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.96% |
In Silver Hill, 46.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Silver Hill vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.5% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.8% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.6% |
| Depression | 15.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,436/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,219 |
Crime Rates: Silver Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 116 |
Safety Score
Silver Hill has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.8 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 271 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,782/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8398°N, 76.9386°W |
| County FIPS | 24033 |