What are the schools like in Hilton, NY?

Hilton is served primarily by HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.3:1.

What is the median household income in Hilton?

The median household income in Hilton, NY is $75,098 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.6%.

What is the weather like in Hilton, NY?

Hilton has an average high temperature of 32.9°F in January and 79.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 102.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Hilton, NY affordable or expensive?

Hilton's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hilton is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $156,500 and the median rent is $1,098 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hilton, NY?

Hilton has a violent crime rate of 187.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1232.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hilton, NY a Good Place to Live?

Hilton is a small town of 5,998 in New York, with a median household income of $75,098 and a 7.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Hilton stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All Hilton 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: 97.7

Hilton's overall cost of living index is 97.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hilton costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hilton, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$156,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,098	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,098	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hilton's violent crime rate is 187.3 per 100,000 residents — 51% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

187.3 /100k

Property Crime

1232.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hilton is served primarily by HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hilton, NY	National Avg
School District	HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	32.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hilton sees average highs of 32.9°F in January and 79.8°F in July, with 33.7 inches of annual precipitation and 102.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hilton, NY
Average High — January	32.9°F
Average High — July	79.8°F
Annual Precipitation	33.7"
Annual Snowfall	102.0"

Demographics

Metric	Hilton, NY	National Avg
Population	5,998	—
Median Age	36.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.5%	22.2%
65 and over	15.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hamlin, NY 7 mi Spencerport, NY 7 mi Clarkson, NY 7 mi Greece, NY 7 mi Brockport, NY 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Hilton

Hilton, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14468

Hilton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hilton, NY affordable or expensive?

Hilton's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hilton roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $156,500 and median rent is $1,098/month.

What is the crime rate in Hilton, NY?

Hilton's violent crime rate is 187.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1232.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hilton?

Public schools in Hilton are operated by HILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.3:1. 32.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hilton, NY a good place to live?

Hilton, NY has a population of 5,998, a median household income of $75,098, and an unemployment rate of 7.6%. 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 Hilton?

Hilton averages 32.9°F in January and 79.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.7 inches with about 102.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hilton?

Hilton, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14468.

What is the population of Hilton?

The population of Hilton, New York is 5,998 with a median age of 36.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hilton?

Key numbers for living in Hilton: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $156,500, median household income $75,098, crime index 53 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hilton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.