Hillsboro city, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hillsboro city, Missouri Demographics
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As of 2026, Hillsboro city, Missouri has a total population of 3,483, the 187th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $65,278, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.

Hillsboro city Quick Facts

Population 3,483

Median Household Income $65,278

Median Home Value $206,200

Poverty Rate 14.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.6%

Median Age 30.9 years

Homeownership Rate 66.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.1%

High School Graduation Rate 89.6%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 3,483 187th of 1,062

Median Income $65,278 top 30%

Poverty Rate 14.8% 19% higher national

Median Home Value $206,200 top 20%

How Hillsboro city Compares

Median Household Income

Hillsboro city

$65,278

$68,920

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hillsboro city

$206,200

$215,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.8%

$25K-$50K 21.6%

$50K-$100K 31.4%

$100K+ 29.1%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%

62.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.3%

Renter 33.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.0%

18-34

30.1%

35-54

24.2%

55-74

18.0%

75+

2.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hillsboro city Rankings in Missouri

#187 Population of 1,062

#287 Median Income of 1,062

#428 Education of 1,062

#172 Home Value of 1,062

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Cities Similar to Hillsboro city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
New Haven city	3,389	$69,701	$187,600	28.5%	12.5%
Palmyra city	3,620	$69,211	$165,000	27.9%	10.1%
Moscow Mills city	3,647	$68,451	$186,900	17.6%	11.9%
Whiteman AFB CDP	3,713	$60,250	N/A	39.5%	9.0%
Vandalia city	3,260	$58,649	$75,600	8.5%	15.8%

Population Overview

Hillsboro city is a small community located in Missouri. The total population is 3,483. It ranks as the 187th most populous out of 1,062 cities and towns in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hillsboro city is 30.9 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hillsboro city is $65,278. This is 5% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 17% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 36% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $206,200. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 66.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hillsboro city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.2%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.

Education

17.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hillsboro city, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hillsboro city, Missouri?

Hillsboro city, Missouri has a population of 3,483 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hillsboro city, MO?

The median household income in Hillsboro city is $65,278, which is 17% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hillsboro city, MO?

The poverty rate in Hillsboro city is 14.8%. This means approximately 454 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hillsboro city, Missouri?

Hillsboro city's population is 88.3% White, 1.4% Black, 3.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hillsboro city, MO?

The median home value in Hillsboro city is $206,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Hillsboro city, Missouri?

17.1% of adults (25+) in Hillsboro city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.