Hills, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
834 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,393 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$184,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$594 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
2
Sioux Falls Metro Area
4
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
1
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 16
Feb 1 6 21
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 4 45
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 7 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Hills-Beaver Creek Secondary
<1 miles, N · 3.7star
Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary
6 miles, N · 4.6star
Valley Springs Elementary - 04
7 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Colleges

Augustana University
19 miles, W · 2.8star
University of Sioux Falls
19 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Joe Foss Field
20 miles, NW · 1.4star
Eppley Airfield
156 miles, S · 2.8star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
167 miles, N · 1star
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