Hillsboro, Alabama 

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Population

678

+11.5% since 2000

Unemployment Rate

2.6%

Cost of Living

76.6 / 100

Median Home Price

$148,000

Median Income

$52,035

Comfort Index (Climate)

6.3 / 6.5

summer / winter

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Best Places to Live in Hillsboro, Alabama

Living in Hillsboro, AL is a great experience. The community is friendly and welcoming, with plenty of opportunities to get involved and make new friends. The area has been called the \gateway to Lake Lurleen\ because it provides access to one of Alabama's most beautiful natural areas. Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, swimming, or simply want a place to relax and enjoy the scenery, you can find it all in Hillsboro. The town also has a thriving music scene and hosts events such as festivals and concerts throughout the year. There are plenty of quaint shops and restaurants where locals gather to enjoy great food and conversation. With its small-town charm, wonderful people, and beautiful nature nearby, living in Hillsboro is truly an experience worth having. Small industrial city - Extreme northern Alabama along the Tennessee River.
State: Alabama
County: Lawrence County
Metro Area: Decatur Metro Area
City: Hillsboro
Zip Codes: 35643
Cost of Living: -23.4% lower
Time zone: Central Standard Time (CST)
Elevation: 590 ft above sea level

Pros
Cost of living
Nearby water recreation
Low crime rate
Cons
Summer heat and humidity
Arts and culture
Low educational attainment

What Bert Has To Say About Decatur Metro Area

Decatur is a northern Alabama transportation hub and manufacturing center for a variety of goods. The strategic location on the Tennessee River and key railroads brought Northern industrial interests following the Civil War, leaving the city with a strong imprint of fine older Victorian homes and some attractive parks. The Cost of living Index is attractive and crime rates are low for the state and region.


Highlights

ECONOMY
The unemployment rate in Hillsboro is 2.6% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Hillsboro jobs have increased by 2.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING
Compared to the rest of the country, Hillsboro's cost of living is 23.4% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Hillsboro's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE
May, October and April are the most pleasant months in Hillsboro, while July and January are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING
In the last Presidential election, Lawrence county remained overwhelmingly Republican, 76.9% to 22.2%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION
Hillsboro's population is 678 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 6.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION
Average Commute time is 28.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE
The median home cost in Hillsboro is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 15.3%.

SCHOOLS
Hillsboro public schools spend $9,820 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 14.8 students per teacher in Hillsboro. More Education



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Housing Market in Hillsboro

It's a good time to buy in Hillsboro. Home Appreciation is up 15.3% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Hillsboro is .

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