Hilliard, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hilliard, Ohio is 36,560 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $122,864, the median home value is $360,000, and the median age is 35.5.
The population has grown 37.1% since 2010 (28,330 → 38,832).
36,560
Population
2571
People / sq mi
$122,864
Median Income
$360,000
Median Home Value
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Hilliard covers 14.2 sq mi of land at 2571 people per square mile.
About Hilliard, OH
Hilliard is defined demographically by education — 60.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average. With 36,560 residents, Hilliard is a city in Ohio. It ranks #35 among cities in Ohio by population.
Households take in a median $122,864, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.0%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $360,000, with typical rent around $1,590.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 60.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 21.0% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Hilliard usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.
Hilliard city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hilliard city had a population of 28,330 in 2010 and 38,832 in 2024, a 37.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,832 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.29%.
38,832
Population (2024)
28,330
Population (2010)
38,832
Peak (2024)
2.29%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,330 |
| 2011 | 29,647 |
| 2012 | 30,640 |
| 2013 | 31,147 |
| 2014 | 32,653 |
| 2015 | 33,804 |
| 2016 | 35,119 |
| 2017 | 36,028 |
| 2018 | 36,333 |
| 2019 | 36,534 |
| 2020 | 37,190 |
| 2021 | 36,980 |
| 2022 | 37,558 |
| 2023 | 37,630 |
| 2024 | 38,832 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.3% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$122,864
Median Household Income
$54,357
Per Capita Income
3.0%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$360,000
Median Home Value
$1,590
Median Rent
69.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.8%
High School+
60.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
73.2%
Public Transit
21.0%
Work From Home
23.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.6%
Foreign Born
88.3%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
7.6%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
98.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.7% |
| Information | 12.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.0% |
| Public Administration | 6.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Construction | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hilliard, Ohio has a population of 36,560 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Hilliard, Ohio is $122,864, with 3.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hilliard, Ohio is $360,000, with median monthly rent at $1,590 and a homeownership rate of 69.5%.
The median age in Hilliard, Ohio is 35.5 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has grown 37.1% since 2010 (28,330 → 38,832).
Hilliard city, OH Climate
Hilliard city, OH has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and receives about 953 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.1°C
Avg Temp
953
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 56 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 52 mm |
| March | 5° / 40° | 74 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 86 mm |
| May | 16° / 62° | 102 mm |
| June | 21° / 71° | 100 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 104 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 91 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 76 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 61 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 80 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 71 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Hilliard city, OH
The most comfortable months to visit Hilliard city, OH are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.