Hill County Public RecordsTexas

As of 2022, Hill County, TX had an estimated population of about 36,700. The population is roughly 51% female and 49% male. The median age is approximately 41 years. Racially, the county is 76% White, 10% Black or African American, 1% Asian, and 12% from other races; about 21% of residents identify as Hispanic or Latino.

Hill County, TX, has approximately 23,000 registered voters as of 2024. The county holds partisan primaries, general, local, and special elections. In the 2020 presidential election, 79% of votes went Republican and 20% Democrat. There are typically 20+ polling locations, including sites in Hillsboro and Whitney. Issues often center on property taxes and rural infrastructure. Election administration is managed by the Hill County Elections Office. The local GOP dominates, but Democrats maintain a presence. Voter turnout in recent general elections has averaged 58%.

Hill County, TX, has 29 public schools serving approximately 8,400 students, with a high school graduation rate of around 88%. About 14% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, below the Texas average. School safety measures are implemented district-wide, and campuses report above-average safety scores. Adult education is available through the Hill College campus in Hillsboro, offering GED and vocational programs. Educational programs include AP, dual-credit, and career-technical coursework. Average statewide accountability scores for schools hover near 75 out of 100.

As of 2022, Hill County, TX, had an employment rate of approximately 94.4%. The largest industries are Health Care & Social Assistance (15%), Retail Trade (13%), and Educational Services (11%). Most workers are employed in office/administrative (14%) and production occupations (13%). The median commute time is about 29 minutes, with over 75% of residents commuting alone by car. A majority work within the county, but around 37% commute to neighboring areas, particularly to Waco and Dallas-Fort Worth metro regions.

Hill County, TX has a homeownership rate of about 73%, with a median home value around $175,000 as of 2023. Rental options are limited, and median rent is approximately $900 monthly. Most housing consists of single-family homes, with some mobile homes and few apartments, primarily in Hillsboro and Whitney. Recent years saw property values rise by 6%. Neighborhoods are quiet and rural, with some historic districts in Hillsboro. Property tax rates average 1.6%, meaning annual taxes on a median-priced home are about $2,800. The county offers affordable living compared to bigger metro areas nearby.

Hill County, TX, maintains a moderate crime rate compared to statewide averages. According to recent FBI data, the county reports approximately 27 violent crimes and 240 property crimes annually per 100,000 residents, lower than Texas’s respective averages of 42 and 290. The sheriff’s office actively publishes monthly crime reports, focusing on transparency and community engagement. Efforts to enhance safety include neighborhood watch programs and regular police patrols. While property-related offenses are more common than violent crimes, Hill County remains generally safer than larger urban areas in Texas.