Population and Demographics
- City of Hillsdale: 8,233
- Hillsdale County: 46,527
- Population in labor force: 23,265
- 2003 average unemployment: 7.3%
- Percentage employed in manufacturing: 35%
- Percentage employed in retail: 9.16%
- Percentage employed in construction: 5.7%
- Percentage employed in agriculture: 3.6%
- Median household income: $40,394
- Median income of employed individuals: $22,617
- Median home value: $87,600
- Median rent: $359
Hillsdale Community Schools offer full-service public education with three elementary schools, one middle school and a recently remodeled high school. Two state-certified charter schools, and one private academy affiliated with Hillsdale College, provide alternatives to public school education.
Higher Education
Hillsdale College is a private four-year liberal arts institution. Founded in 1844, it is recognized as a superior place of learning; U.S. News and World Reports, Money Magazine, Barron’s and others consistently rank it as one of America’s best colleges.
Jackson Community College operates the Clyde LaTarte Center in Hillsdale, providing educational opportunities to those pursuing an associate’s degree. Students are also able to commute to JCC’s primary campus, located 35-miles north of Hillsdale. Students can easily commute to the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Western Michigan University, Eastern Michigan University, Spring Arbor University, or Tri-State University.
Vocational Training
Hillsdale County Intermediate School District and Kellogg Community College provide vocational training at the Hillsdale Workforce Development & Technology Center. The Center offers training on CNC equipment, CAD design, construction, criminal justice, and health sciences. Customized training is always available at the Center.