Moores Hill, Indiana Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

Moores Hill, Indiana is a small town located in Dearborn County, Indiana. It has a population of about 1,700 people. The geography of the area consists of rolling hills and valleys with forests and farms dotting the landscape. The climate is generally temperate with hot summers and cold winters.

The history of Moores Hill dates back to 1819 when it was founded by pioneers from Kentucky. Since then it has been home to many generations of farmers and other rural residents. The town grew slowly but steadily throughout its history until the mid-20th century when it began to decline due to the growth of nearby cities like Cincinnati, Ohio.

Politically, Moores Hill is solidly Republican with most residents voting for conservative candidates in elections at all levels. The economy relies mainly on farming, but there are also some small businesses in town such as restaurants, shops, and services.

Schools in Moores Hill include a public elementary school and a private high school as well as several churches and community organizations such as the local library, fire department, and historical society.

One of the most notable landmarks in Moores Hill is the Hillforest Mansion which was built by industrialist Thomas Gaff in 1855 and served as his family’s home until 1895 when it was sold to another family who lived there until 1971 when it was donated to the city for use as a museum. It is now open for tours and special events year-round. Additionally, there are several parks within town limits that provide recreational opportunities for visitors and locals alike such as hiking trails, fishing ponds, picnic areas, playgrounds, basketball courts, baseball fields, etc.

Population: 635. Estimated population in July 2024: 652 (+2.7% change)
Males: 307 (48.3%), Females: 328 (51.7%)

Dearborn County

Zip code: 47032

Demographics

Median resident age: 28.9 years
Median household income: $38,295
Median house value: $75,500

Population by Race

Races in Moores Hill:

• White Non-Hispanic (97.2%)
• American Indian (1.3%)
• Hispanic (1.1%)
• Two or more races (0.6%)

Ancestries: United States (28.8%), German (15.3%), Irish (9.9%), English (5.7%), Scottish (3.1%), Dutch (2.5%).

Elevation: 994 feet

Land area: 0.5 square miles

Population by Education

Moores Hill, Indiana is a small town located in Dearborn County, Indiana. The population of Moores Hill is approximately 1,300 people. The town is mostly comprised of white non-Hispanic residents, with a smaller percentage of African American and Hispanic residents. The median age for the town is around 35 years old.

The cost of living in Moores Hill is lower than the national average and comparable to other rural towns in Indiana. Housing expenses are particularly low with a median home value for the area being around $100,000. Utilities are also relatively inexpensive with an average monthly gas bill of around $90 and an electric bill of around $100 per month. Grocery costs are also quite reasonable with a typical grocery bill averaging $200 per week for a family of four.

The town is serviced by several local businesses including restaurants, hardware stores, auto repair shops and convenience stores which provide necessary goods and services to the community at reasonable prices. There are also several churches in the area that offer community events and activities such as bible study classes or youth groups. Moores Hill has an active volunteer fire department which provides safety services to the community as well as offering CPR classes and other educational programs throughout the year.

For population 25 years and over in Moores Hill

• High school or higher: 71.1%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 2.0%
• Graduate or professional degree: 0.0%
• Unemployed: 6.3%
• Mean travel time to work: 36.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Moores Hill town

• Never married: 20.1%
• Now married: 65.2%
• Separated: 1.2%
• Widowed: 4.3%
• Divorced: 9.2%

0.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -17 (-2.6%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Moores Hill:

• MARGARET MARY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 16 miles; BATESVILLE, IN)
• COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTER INC (about 16 miles; LAWRENCEBURG, IN)
• DEARBORN COUNTY HOSPITAL (about 16 miles; LAWRENCEBURG, IN)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Moores Hill:

• CINCINNATI/NORTHERN KENTUCKY INTERNATIONAL (about 31 miles; COVINGTON/CINCINNATI, OH, KY; Abbreviation: CVG)
• CINCINNATI MUNI AIRPORT LUNKEN FIELD (about 47 miles; CINCINNATI, OH; Abbreviation: LUK)
• COLUMBUS MUNI (about 56 miles; COLUMBUS, IN; Abbreviation: BAK)

Other public-use airports nearest to Moores Hill:

• ACTION AIRPARK (about 19 miles; HARDENSTOWN, IN; Abbreviation: I38)
• CINCINNATI WEST (about 25 miles; HARRISON, OH; Abbreviation: I67)
• BROOKVILLE RESERVOIR (about 28 miles; BROOKVILLE, IN; Abbreviation: 12I)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Moores Hill:

• MIAMI UNIVERSITY-OXFORD (about 36 miles; OXFORD, OH; Full-time enrollment: 15,704)
• CINCINNATI STATE TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 38 miles; CINCINNATI, OH; Full-time enrollment: 3,972)
• UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI-MAIN CAMPUS (about 39 miles; CINCINNATI, OH; Full-time enrollment: 22,355)
• XAVIER UNIVERSITY (about 43 miles; CINCINNATI, OH; Full-time enrollment: 4,977)
• UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI-RAYMOND WALTERS COLLEGE (about 49 miles; BLUE ASH, OH; Full-time enrollment: 2,266)
• NORTHERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY (about 51 miles; HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, KY; Full-time enrollment: 9,668)
• WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 72 miles; DAYTON, OH; Full-time enrollment: 11,734)

Public primary/middle school in Moores Hill:

• MOORES HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 302; Location: 14733 MAIN ST; Grades: KG – 06)