Hilliard, Florida facts for kids
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Hilliard, Florida
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| Town of Hilliard | |
Top, left to right: Railroad and watertower, City Hall, Hilliard Middle-Senior High School, Hilliard Mansion, Hilliard Airpark
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| Motto(s):
"Aviation to Timber...A Community for Families"
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Location in Nassau County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Nassau |
| Settled | 1881 |
| Incorporated | 1947 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–Commission |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.51 sq mi (14.26 km2) |
| • Land | 5.51 sq mi (14.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,967 |
| • Density | 538.77/sq mi (208.01/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
32046
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| Area code(s) | 904, 324 |
| FIPS code | 12-30750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0284033 |
Hilliard is a town in Nassau County, Florida, in the United States. It's located northwest of Jacksonville. Hilliard is part of the larger Jacksonville area. In 2020, about 2,967 people lived there.
In 2003, former Florida Governor Jeb Bush named Hilliard the "Rural Community of the Year." This was because the town worked with the YMCA to build a local center. The center included a swimming pool and a place to exercise.
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Where is Hilliard Located?
Hilliard is located near the border between Florida and Georgia. It's also close to the big city of Jacksonville. The town covers an area of about 5.5 square miles (14.26 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Hilliard's Climate
Hilliard has a warm and humid climate. Summers are hot and sticky. Winters are usually mild, meaning not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
How Many People Live in Hilliard?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 607 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,075 | 77.1% | |
| 1970 | 1,205 | 12.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,869 | 55.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,751 | −6.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,702 | 54.3% | |
| 2010 | 3,086 | 14.2% | |
| 2020 | 2,967 | −3.9% | |
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Population Changes
The number of people living in Hilliard has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 3,086 people. By 2020, the population had slightly decreased to 2,967 people.
Who Lives in Hilliard?
| Race | People in 2010 | People in 2020 | % in 2010 | % in 2020 |
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| White | 2,717 | 2,457 | 88.04% | 82.81% |
| Black or African American | 266 | 251 | 8.62% | 8.46% |
| Native American | 12 | 14 | 0.39% | 0.47% |
| Asian | 11 | 16 | 0.36% | 0.54% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 3 | 0.03% | 0.10% |
| Some other race | 4 | 4 | 0.13% | 0.13% |
| Two or more races | 31 | 137 | 1.00% | 4.62% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 44 | 85 | 1.43% | 2.86% |
| Total | 3,086 | 2,967 |
In 2020, there were 2,967 people living in Hilliard. These people lived in 1,202 households, and 883 of these were families.
Hilliard's Economy
Hilliard is an important economic center for western Nassau County, along with Callahan. Its location near a railroad and major roads like US 1 helps its economy grow.
The area around Hilliard has many large forests. These trees are used to make paper and other wood products. Companies like Rayonier and The Moyer Company own much of the land used for tree farming.
Hilliard is also home to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Control Center. This center helps manage most of the commercial and civilian airplanes flying in the southeastern United States. The FAA center is a big employer in Hilliard. Many retired FAA employees choose to live in the area because of its quiet, rural lifestyle.
Long ago, Hilliard was a popular stop for tourists along US 1. However, when I-95 was built, many tourists started using the new highway instead. This caused tourism in Hilliard to decrease.
Arts and Culture
The Nassau County Public Library has a branch in Hilliard. The Hilliard Branch Library first opened in the 1970s.
Education in Hilliard
In 2000, about 25% of Hilliard's population was enrolled in some type of school. This included students from pre-school all the way to college.
Most adults in Hilliard have at least a high school diploma. Many also have some college education or a college degree.
Schools in Hilliard
Hilliard is part of the Nassau County School District.
- Hilliard Elementary School teaches students from kindergarten to 5th grade.
- Hilliard Middle-Senior High School is one school that teaches both middle school (grades 6-8) and high school (grades 9-12) students.
Transportation in Hilliard
Roads
Hilliard is located where County Road 108 meets US 1. US 1 is also known as US 301 and US 23 in this area. County Road 108 is called Second Street when it goes through Hilliard. This intersection has the only full traffic lights in town.
US 1 / US 23 / US 301 (New Kings Road)
CR 108
CR 115 (Old Dixie Highway)
CR 115A (Kings Ferry Road)
Railroads
Hilliard has one railroad line, the CSX Nahunta Subdivision. This line connects Jacksonville to Savannah, Georgia.
Air Travel
The Hilliard Airpark is a small airport for personal planes. It has hangars where planes can be stored. This airpark can also be used by helicopters to transport patients in emergencies.
Emergency Services
Nassau County Fire Rescue has two stations in Hilliard: Station 40 and Station 90 River Road. These stations help keep the community safe.
Famous People from Hilliard
- Mike Alessi: A professional Motocross and Supercross racer.
- Howie Kendrick: A Major League Baseball player who played for the Anaheim Angels.
- Daniel Thomas: An National Football League American football player who played for the Miami Dolphins.
See also
In Spanish: Hilliard (Florida) para niños
