Hillsboro, TX
Hillsboro · TX 76645
Updated September 11, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$235K
Median Price
21/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
71 min
to Dallas, TX
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Hillsboro offers affordable housing and decent schools with low crime, but it is very car‑dependent and lacks nightlife and strong public transit. It’s a quiet, family‑friendly spot for commuters who don’t mind a 70‑minute drive to Dallas.
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The Good
- ✓Affordably priced homes (median ~ $235k)
- ✓Good average school ratings (7/10)
- ✓Low violent crime
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Quiet residential feel
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 21 means almost all errands require a car
- !Limited dining, nightlife, and public transit options
- !Long commute to Dallas (71 minutes) with heavy traffic
- !Property taxes and utility costs can add to living expenses
- $Car ownership: fuel, insurance, maintenance
- $Higher property taxes relative to median income
- $Potential HOA fees for newer developments
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Hillsboro, TX
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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