What are the schools like in Hillsboro, MO?

Hillsboro is served primarily by HILLSBORO R-III. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.9:1.

What is the median household income in Hillsboro?

The median household income in Hillsboro, MO is $58,929 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.7%.

What is the weather like in Hillsboro, MO?

Hillsboro has an average high temperature of 41.0°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Hillsboro, MO affordable or expensive?

Hillsboro's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hillsboro is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $202,800 and the median rent is $875 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hillsboro, MO?

Hillsboro has a violent crime rate of 199.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1112.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hillsboro, MO a Good Place to Live?

Hillsboro is a small town of 3,467 in Missouri, with a median household income of $58,929 and a 7.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Hillsboro stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Hillsboro 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: 96.3

Hillsboro's overall cost of living index is 96.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hillsboro costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hillsboro, MO	National Avg
Median Home Value	$202,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$875	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,929	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hillsboro's violent crime rate is 199.7 per 100,000 residents — 47% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

199.7 /100k

Property Crime

1112.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hillsboro is served primarily by HILLSBORO R-III. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hillsboro, MO	National Avg
School District	HILLSBORO R-III	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hillsboro sees average highs of 41.0°F in January and 88.4°F in July, with 43.2 inches of annual precipitation and 9.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hillsboro, MO
Average High — January	41.0°F
Average High — July	88.4°F
Annual Precipitation	43.2"
Annual Snowfall	9.1"

Demographics

Metric	Hillsboro, MO	National Avg
Population	3,467	—
Median Age	30.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.6%	22.2%
65 and over	11.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Raintree Plantation, MO 2 mi Briarwood Estates, MO 5 mi De Soto, MO 6 mi Horine, MO 8 mi Cedar Hill Lakes, MO 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Hillsboro

Hillsboro, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code:

63050

Hillsboro vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hillsboro, MO affordable or expensive?

Hillsboro's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hillsboro roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $202,800 and median rent is $875/month.

What is the crime rate in Hillsboro, MO?

Hillsboro's violent crime rate is 199.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1112.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hillsboro?

Public schools in Hillsboro are operated by HILLSBORO R-III. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.9:1. 18.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hillsboro, MO a good place to live?

Hillsboro, MO has a population of 3,467, a median household income of $58,929, and an unemployment rate of 7.7%. 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 Hillsboro?

Hillsboro averages 41.0°F in January and 88.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.2 inches with about 9.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hillsboro?

Hillsboro, MO is covered by 1 ZIP code: 63050.

What is the population of Hillsboro?

The population of Hillsboro, Missouri is 3,467 with a median age of 30.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hillsboro?

Key numbers for living in Hillsboro: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $202,800, median household income $58,929, crime index 53 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hillsboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.