Hillsboro, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hillsboro, Ohio
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High Street; the tall structure is the Bell Opera House
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| Motto(s):
"Where Pride Rings True..."
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Location in Highland County, Ohio
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 Hillsboro, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Hillsboro, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Highland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.47 sq mi (14.18 km2) |
| • Land | 5.47 sq mi (14.18 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 1,063 ft (324 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 6,481 |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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6,617 |
| • Density | 1,183.74/sq mi (457.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
45133
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| Area code(s) | 937, 326 |
| FIPS code | 39-35560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394385 |
Hillsboro is a city in Ohio, United States. It is the main town, or county seat, of Highland County. The city is about 35 miles west of Chillicothe and 50 miles east of Cincinnati. In 2020, about 6,481 people lived there.
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History of Hillsboro
Hillsboro was first planned out in 1807. It was likely named for the hills found near where the town was built.
A very important group called the Woman's Christian Temperance Union started in Hillsboro in 1873. This group helped women get the right to vote.
Geography and Location
Hillsboro covers an area of about 5.43 square miles, and all of it is land. The city is located where several important roads meet. These include U.S. Routes 50 and 62. Also, State Routes 73, 124, 138, and 247 pass through the city.
Hillsboro's Climate
Hillsboro has a climate with warm summers and cold winters. The hottest month is usually July, and the coldest is January. The city gets a good amount of rain throughout the year. Snowfall is most common in January and February.
People of Hillsboro
The city's population has grown over many years. In 1810, only 220 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 6,481.
Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 6,605 people living in Hillsboro. Most residents, about 90%, were White. About 5.8% were African American, and smaller groups were Native American or Asian. About 1.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
There were 2,755 households in the city. About 30.5% of these homes had children under 18 living there. Many households were families, but about 41.5% were not families. The average age of people in Hillsboro was 38.7 years old.
Economy and Industry
Hillsboro has a history of making special steel alloy bells. These bells were sent to different places all around the world.
Arts, Culture, and Events
Since 1976, Hillsboro has hosted the "Festival of the Bells." This fun event takes place during the Fourth of July weekend each year.
The city also has a public library. It is a part of the Highland County District Library system.
Education in Hillsboro
The Hillsboro City Schools system runs public schools in the area. This includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and Hillsboro High School.
There are also private schools in Hillsboro. These include Hillsboro Christian Academy and St. Mary Catholic Elementary School. For older students, the Central Campus of Southern State Community College is located within the city.
Media and News
Hillsboro has local newspapers and radio stations that keep residents informed.
Newspapers
- The Highland County Press — This newspaper comes out once a week.
- The Times-Gazette — This newspaper is published every day except Sunday and Monday.
Radio
- WLRU-LP — This station plays Catholic programming.
- WSRW — This station plays country music.
Notable People from Hillsboro
Many interesting people have come from Hillsboro, Ohio. Here are a few:
- John J. Ballentine — A U.S. Navy admiral.
- Milton Caniff — A famous cartoonist who created "Terry and the Pirates."
- Hugh Fullerton — A sportswriter who helped show the truth about the 1919 Black Sox Scandal in baseball.
- Drew Hastings — A comedian and a former mayor of Hillsboro.
- Allen Trimble — He served as the 8th and 10th Governor of Ohio.
- Eliza Thompson — A woman who inspired the start of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union.
See also
In Spanish: Hillsboro (Ohio) para niños
