Hillrose: This small community is tucked into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, surrounded by stunning views of undisturbed nature and wildlife. Outdoor activities abound, from biking to hiking, and it’s the peaceful atmosphere and stunning views that entice folks to call Hillrose home.
As of 2026 the population of Hillrose is 318. The population is expected to grow to 328 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.62%.
The median age of Hillrose residents is 42.
The diversity index of Hillrose is 44.5, meaning that there is a 45% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Hillrose is $93,042 and projected to be $105,261 in 2031. Per capita income is $35,403, projected to be $39,794 in 2031. 1.57% of households – 5 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $763,680 and the average disposable income is $72,918.
There are 131 housing units in Hillrose; 90 are owner-occupied, 31 are rented, and 10 are vacant. The average home value is $486,750, with 17 homes built in 2010 or later, and 30 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 6 businesses in Hillrose, employing 166 workers and pulling from a labor force of 126 age 16 and above. 25 workers commute into Hillrose from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
101 residents both live and work in/around Hillrose. The average travel time is 36.3 minutes. 4.95% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 17.82% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 88 drive alone, 25 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 2 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 11 residents work from home.
52 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 34 have associates degrees, 37 have bachelor’s degrees, and 17 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31
Thanks to several major highways that run through Morgan County, there is easy access to the state’s major metros.
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