Hilliard, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Hilliard is a small town in Florida with a population of 2,993. Residents earn $59,949 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,993 Population 543/sq mi density
$59,949 Median Income $23,055 per capita
$216,100 Home Value $336,788 Zillow
$997 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$59,949 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$216,100 home value, $997/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,949
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $997
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.1%
78% higher than US avg

How Hilliard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,993
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density543/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,949
Per Capita$23,055
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty22.1%
County GDP$4,980M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,100
Rent$997
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,788

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation67 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+84.7%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Libraries5

Is Hilliard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hilliard receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Hilliard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hilliard is $59,949, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 22.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hilliard is $216,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $997 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hilliard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hilliard has a population of 2,993 with a density of 543 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 9.4% Black.

Population

2,993
Total Population
543
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hilliard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hilliard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hilliard is $59,949, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Hilliard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,949
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$115,759

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.1%
78% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,944
County GDP$4,980M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare241
Retail288
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,818
152% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hilliard is $216,100, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $997 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,788.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,100
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,788
Median List Price$560,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$560,000
$/Sq Ft$195
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops17.2%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$997
14% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,818
152% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Hilliard, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hilliard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death9,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities241

Crime Rates: Hilliard vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Hilliard has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation67 ft (20 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²)
Population Density543/sq mi
Coordinates30.6866°N, 81.9212°W
County FIPS12089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score5.60
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density543/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants209
Retail Stores288

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home14.8%

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