What are the schools like in Hillandale, MD?

Hillandale is served primarily by Montgomery County Public Schools. The district operates 138 elementary schools, 40 middle schools, and 29 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Hillandale?

The median household income in Hillandale, MD is $144,018 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.9%.

What is the weather like in Hillandale, MD?

Hillandale has an average high temperature of 42.7°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 15.8 inches.

Hillandale, MD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hillandale, MD affordable or expensive?

Hillandale's cost of living index is 109, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hillandale is 9% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $490,700 and the median rent is $2,484 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hillandale, MD?

Crime rate data for Hillandale is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Hillandale, MD a Good Place to Live?

Hillandale is a small town of 5,002 in Maryland, with a median household income of $144,018 and a 7.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 109 (US average = 100), which is 9% above the national average.

Strengths: Hillandale stands out for solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hillandale is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hillandale city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 108.6

Hillandale's overall cost of living index is 108.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hillandale costs roughly 9% more than the average American city.

Metric	Hillandale, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$490,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,484	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$144,018	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Hillandale is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Hillandale is served primarily by Montgomery County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hillandale, MD	National Avg
School District	Montgomery County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	138	—
Middle Schools	40	—
High Schools	29	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	46.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hillandale sees average highs of 42.7°F in January and 87.1°F in July, with 44.0 inches of annual precipitation and 15.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hillandale, MD
Average High — January	42.7°F
Average High — July	87.1°F
Annual Precipitation	44.0"
Annual Snowfall	15.8"

Demographics

Metric	Hillandale, MD	National Avg
Population	5,002	—
Median Age	39.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	37.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	30.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	19.7%	18.9%
Asian	6.8%	6.3%
Under 18	19.7%	22.2%
65 and over	21.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Burnt Mills, MD 1 mi White Oak, MD 1 mi Four Corners, MD 2 mi Adelphi, MD 2 mi Calverton, MD 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Hillandale

Hillandale, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

20903

Hillandale vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hillandale, MD affordable or expensive?

Hillandale's cost of living index is 109, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hillandale roughly 9% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $490,700 and median rent is $2,484/month.

What is the crime rate in Hillandale, MD?

Crime data for Hillandale is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Hillandale?

Public schools in Hillandale are operated by Montgomery County Public Schools. The district has 138 elementary, 40 middle, and 29 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 46.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hillandale, MD a good place to live?

Hillandale, MD has a population of 5,002, a median household income of $144,018, and an unemployment rate of 7.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hillandale?

Hillandale averages 42.7°F in January and 87.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.0 inches with about 15.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hillandale?

Hillandale, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 20903.

What is the population of Hillandale?

The population of Hillandale, Maryland is 5,002 with a median age of 39.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hillandale?

Key numbers for living in Hillandale: cost of living index 109 (100 = US average), median home $490,700, median household income $144,018, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hillandale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.