Hilliard is a town in Nassau County in the state of Florida in the United States of America. The population was 2,702 at the 2000 census. As of 2004, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau is 2,840. In 2003, Hilliard was chosen as the '2003 Rural Community of the Year' by Florida governor Jeb Bush, because of its collaboration with the YMCA to establish a local chapter, which includes a large swimming pool and exercise facilities. Hilliard apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Hilliard apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.