Hill County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
36,664 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,147 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$728 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 45
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 3 0 56
Apr 3 0 64
May 5 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, TX State Senate District 22, TX State House District 13, TX
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Schools

Hillsboro Hs
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Hillsboro Int
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Hill Co Jjaep
2 miles, N

Colleges

Hill College
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
McLennan Community College
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Baylor University
30 miles, S • 2.8 star

Hospitals

Hill Regional Hospital
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Goodall Witcher Hospital
30 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Waco Regional Airport
26 miles, SW • 1 star
Dallas Love Field
62 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
75 miles, SW • 1 star