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Highland City, FL

Florida · Polk County · Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro

Highland City is a small city in Florida with a population of 12,732. Residents earn $88,628 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
12,732 Population 1,614/sq mi density
$88,628 Median Income $39,290 per capita
$301,600 Home Value $263,294 Zillow
$1,679 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
666 Violent Crime/100K 5,213 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,628 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$301,600 home value, $1,679/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
666 violent crimes/100K (75% above avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,628
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,600
7% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 666/100K
75% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,679
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,732
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,614/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,628
Per Capita$39,290
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$44,304M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,600
Rent$1,679
Ownership79.5%
Zillow$263,294
Housing Units4,628
Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

F
Violent666/100K
Property5,213/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking12.4%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation124 ft (38 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations5
Libraries19

Is Highland City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Highland City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate. Highland City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highland City is $88,628, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Highland City is $301,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 666 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,213 per 100,000, 166% above the national average.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Highland City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Highland City has a population of 12,732 with a density of 1,614 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (65.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 11.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.2% of residents, while 14.8% speak Spanish. 8.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

12,732
Total Population
1,614
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Highland City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.2%
9% above US avg
Spanish 14.8%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Highland City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highland City is $88,628, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,290. The average weekly wage is $1,071, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 17,281 business establishments, including 1,064 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 12.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Highland City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,628
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,290
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$63,553
Gini Index0.447 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,281
County GDP$44,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,064
Healthcare1,371
Retail1,926
Manufacturing425

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Highland City is $301,600, 7% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,294, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,679 (44% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,628 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1996. The average annual property tax is $4,985 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,600
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,294
Median List Price$375,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$375,250
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops38.5%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,679
44% above US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

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

Homeownership79.5%
Owner-Occupied79.5%
Renter-Occupied20.5%
Housing Units4,628
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,985
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Highland City, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 29.1% have high blood pressure. 12.4% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 22.0% are physically inactive. 20.0% report depression. 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 13.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,172. The dentist ratio is 1:2,822. 69.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
6.6
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
7.5
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
7.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
47.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.2
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
185.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Highland City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,172
Dentists1:2,822
Mental Health1:813
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Highland City has a violent crime rate of 666 per 100,000 residents, 75% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,213 per 100,000, 166% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 121 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Highland City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent666.0/100K
75% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property5,212.8/100K
166% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Highland City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 124 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation124 ft (38 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density1,614/sq mi
Coordinates27.9635°N, 81.8786°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPolk County County
Nearest AirportLakeland Linder International (LAL)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"
34% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0411 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.03 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability49.8 / 100
Community Resilience27.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 28 km
2024 Helene Category 4 251 km
2024 Debby Category 1 221 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 251 km
2022 Ian Category 5 70 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 161 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 200 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 278 km
2017 Irma Category 3 41 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 186 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 215 km
2005 Ophelia Category 1 262 km
2005 Katrina Category 1 274 km
2004 Charley Category 4 31 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 13 km
2004 Frances Category 2 78 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 189 km
1999 Irene Category 1 176 km
1995 Erin Category 1 148 km
1992 Andrew Category 5 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

959 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 68 fatalities, 1,503 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1966 EF4 91 km 11
Apr 15, 1958 EF4 80 km 0
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 60 km 3
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 49 km 25
Feb 22, 1998 EF3 97 km 13
Oct 3, 1992 EF3 82 km 3
Mar 19, 1981 EF3 75 km 0
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 95 km 0
May 4, 1978 EF3 81 km 3
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 88 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 90 km 0
Oct 11, 2023 EF2 93 km 0
Dec 16, 2020 EF2 87 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF2 17 km 0
Sep 10, 2017 EF2 21 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 58 km 2
Jun 24, 2012 EF2 20 km 0
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 59 km 0
Mar 9, 1998 EF2 40 km 0
Dec 27, 1997 EF2 24 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: STAGECOACH COMPLEX (14,079 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 STAGECOACH COMPLEX 14,079 35 km
2021 KISSIMMEE BEND NORTH 13,782 87 km
2006 UNNAMED 12,050 72 km
1992 UNNAMED 11,488 87 km
1996 UNNAMED 9,427 91 km
2024 APQ RECREATION AREA RX 0506 8,901 88 km
1998 UNNAMED 8,794 64 km
2017 ECHO SPRINGS 8,640 76 km
1984 UNNAMED 7,765 83 km
2004 UNNAMED 7,670 64 km
2021 AREA 11 7,140 75 km
2011 UNNAMED 6,616 97 km
1994 UNNAMED 6,243 87 km
1992 UNNAMED 6,228 79 km
1991 UNNAMED 5,871 88 km
1994 UNNAMED 5,815 73 km
1993 UNNAMED 5,799 92 km
1995 UNNAMED 5,474 47 km
1986 UNNAMED 5,442 86 km
2017 CR630 E 5,096 59 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
April 71°F (22°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 4.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.2 in

Highland City has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 61°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and April the driest (2.0").

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Highland City is located in Polk County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.9% of the vote, a 20.7-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 1,371 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)121
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.14
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,614/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi
CountyPolk County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed134.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,371
Restaurants1,064
Retail Stores1,926

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home12.2%
Average costs for common services in Highland City. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$996
Toddler$671
Preschool$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$714
Preschool$628
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Polk County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 34,979 1,790 $61,302 0.94
Retail Trade 31,939 2,064 $38,548 1.23
Transportation & Warehousing 28,758 718 $53,959 2.61
Accommodation & Food Services 21,705 1,238 $25,533 0.92
Manufacturing 19,343 640 $72,412 0.90
Administrative & Waste Services 18,421 1,511 $43,732 1.20
Construction 15,465 2,178 $66,274 1.13
Wholesale Trade 10,555 768 $78,466 1.03
Finance & Insurance 10,048 734 $78,512 0.95
Professional & Technical Services 8,364 1,712 $73,919 0.46
Management of Companies 6,712 109 $96,582 1.53
Other Services 6,141 1,262 $49,214 0.78
Educational Services 5,237 232 $46,507 0.97
Arts & Entertainment 4,436 227 $35,834 1.01
Real Estate 3,936 939 $51,135 0.97
Information & Technology 2,059 246 $62,184 0.42
Agriculture & Forestry 1,682 242 $45,503 0.80
Utilities 678 49 $129,090 0.68
Mining & Oil/Gas 669 20 $98,663 0.68
Unclassified 222 446 $50,646 0.61

Schools in Highland City

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
HIGHLAND CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 425 31 13.7:1
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Radio Stations near Highland City

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Christian Life Radio christian MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Highland City

22 national parks and monuments found near Highland City.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Blue Spring State Park State Park Free
Caladesi Island State Park State Park Free
Colt Creek State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park State Park Free
Fort Cooper State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hillsborough River State Park State Park Free
Honeymoon Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Griffin State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Lake Kissimmee State Park State Park Free
Lake Manatee State Park State Park Free
Little Manatee River State Park State Park Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park State Park Free
Wekiwa Springs State Park State Park Free
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in Highland City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF FRANK LLOYD WRIGHTGENERAL MUSEUM$95,986,845
POLK MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM8136887743$1,575,830
EXPLORATIONS V CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8636873869$1,279,629
FLORIDA AIR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8636440741$847,604
PLANT CITY PHOTO ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATION8137541578$174,613
CITRUS HALL OF FAME OF FLORIDAHISTORIC PRESERVATION5613514314$67,696
EAST HILLSBOROUGH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8137547031$52,106
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FORT MEADE FLORIDAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 TECUMSEH AVE8632857474$9,767
AEROSPACE DISCOVERY AT FLORIDA AIR MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM4175 MEDULLA ROAD
FLORIDA SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3867581310
GENESIS ZOOLOGICAL CENTERZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION747 HOWARD ROAD8639658706
H B PLANT RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC LAKELANDHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 33478636826149
HISTORIC PUGHSVILLE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FT MEADEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8632857474
KATHLEEN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8950 N CAMPBELL ROAD
LAKE ALFRED HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MULBERRY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MULBERRY PHOSPHATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM101 SE 1ST STREET8634252823
POLK COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
POLK STATE COLLEGE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM8632923602
U.S. MILITARY FIRE FIGHTER MEMORIAL AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Highland City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
POLK COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE2150 S. BROADWAY AVE.0.01,974,123

Farmers Markets in Highland City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market200 N. Kentucky AvenueSat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
My Farmers Mart2830 Recker Hwy01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Mon: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-5:0Visit
Plant City Green MarketCorner of E Reynolds and Palmer Streets
Winter Haven Farmer's MarketCorner of 3rd St. and Avenue G. NW

Restaurants in Highland City

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Catfish Country
Gator's Dockside
Hibachi Express Highland City
Mayflower
Palace Pizza

Clinics in Highland City

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lakeland Regional Health Highland City

Dentists in Highland City

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Highland City Dental Care

Veterinaries in Highland City

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Highland Pet Hospital

Gas Stations in Highland City

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Racetrack

Banks in Highland City

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union - Highland City Branch

Shopping Malls in Highland City

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Highland City Town Center

Gyms in Highland City

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Golf Courses in Highland City

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sanlan Golf Course

Breweries in Highland City

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brew HubBrewery Winston, Brewery3900 Frontage Rd S6365322700Visit
Brew PopBrewery, Winery, and Pizza Place2122 Us Highway 92 W8636623864Visit
Florida Brewerymanufacturing, alcoholic beverages, Beverages, Brew Pubs, Taverns, Beer & Ale, wholesale, food, bre202 Gandy RdVisit
King LiquorFL">Brewery1126 6th St N W
Lakeland Brewing CoBreweries640 E Main St

Cell Towers in Highland City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
11637 US HIGWAY 98 NORTH (67188)GTOWER99
400 ORANGE BLVDTOWER91
6200 OLD BREWSTER RDTOWER91
3595 Hwy 60 West (67169)LTOWER78
1086 COWART ROAD (7460)LTOWER69
4336 KNIGHTS STATION RD (7601)LTOWER63
7020 Kathleen Rd.TOWER61
823 NORTH PALMETTO AVENUE (7591)LTOWER57
4335 US HWY 60 WEST (67191)MTOWER53
5301 Gateway Blvd. (7596)MTOWER34

Bridges in Highland City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous20149422,750G
SlabConcrete continuous20149422,750G
CulvertConcrete19503212,200F

Amtrak Stations in Highland City

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Lakeland, FL600 East Main StreetTRAIN
Lakeland, FL600 East Main StreetTRAIN
Winter Haven, FL1800 7th Street SWTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Highland City

37 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CITY OF LAKELAND501 EAST LEMON STREETPOLK
CITY OF LAKELAND501 EAST LEMON STREETPOLK
DUKE ENERGY FLORIDA, LLC1651 W DERBY AVEPOLK
FLORIDA POWER CORP3219 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
HINES ENERGY COMPLEX7700 COUNTY ROAD 555POLK
LARSEN MEMORIAL PLANT2002 EAST HIGHWAY 92POLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC7450 HIGHWAY 630POLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC7450 HIGHWAY 630POLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC3095 HIGHWAY 640 WPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC3095 HIGHWAY 640 WPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC3095 HIGHWAY 640 WPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER LLC4000 STATE ROAD 60 EPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC4390 CR 640 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC -BARTOW3200 HIGHWAY 60 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC -BARTOW3200 HIGHWAY 60 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC -BARTOW3200 HIGHWAY 60 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC -BARTOW3200 HIGHWAY 60 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC -BARTOW3200 HIGHWAY 60 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC FERTILIZER, LLC -BARTOW3200 HIGHWAY 60 WESTPOLK
MOSAIC PHOSPHATES COMPANY - NICHOLS PLANT5000 COUNTY ROAD 676POLK
MOSAIC PHOSPHATES COMPANY - NICHOLS PLANT5000 COUNTY ROAD 676POLK
MOSAIC PHOSPHATES COMPANY - NICHOLS PLANT5000 COUNTY ROAD 676POLK
MULBERRY COGENERATION FACILITY3600 HIGHWAY 555POLK
ORANGE COGENERATION FACILITY1901 CLEAR SPRINGS MINE ROADPOLK
PANDA-KATHLEEN, L.P.800 MCCUE ROADPOLK
PANDA-KATHLEEN, L.P.800 MCCUE ROADPOLK
QUANTUM AUBURNDALE POWER, LP1501 DERBY AVENUEPOLK
QUANTUM AUBURNDALE POWER, LP1501 DERBY AVENUEPOLK
RIDGE GENERATING STATION3131 K-VILLE AVENUEPOLK
TAMPA ELECTRIC CO - POLK POWER9995 STATE ROUTE 37 SOUTHPOLK
TAMPA ELECTRIC CO - POLK POWER9995 STATE ROUTE 37 SOUTHPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK
U.S. AGRI-CHEMICALS CORPORATION3225 STATE ROAD 630 WESTPOLK

Airports Near Highland City

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Orlando International AirportMCOLarge Airport
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
Tampa International AirportTPALarge Airport
Kissimmee Gateway AirportISMMedium Airport
Lakeland Linder International AirportLALMedium Airport
MacDill Air Force BaseMCFMedium Airport
Orlando Executive AirportORLMedium Airport
Airport Manatee AirportSmall Airport
Albert Whitted AirportSPGSmall Airport
Avon Park Executive AirportAVOSmall Airport
Bald Eagle AirstripSmall Airport
Bartow Executive AirportBOWSmall Airport
Bent Willies AirportSmall Airport
Blackwater Creek UltralightportSmall Airport
Brooksville–Tampa Bay Regional AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Burntwood Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Chalet Suzanne Air StripSmall Airport
Cherokee Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cheryl-Lane Landings AirportSmall Airport
Chinsegut AirportSmall Airport
Connells Wahoo AirportSmall Airport
Crews Homestead Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Croom A Chobee AirportSmall Airport
Cub Haven AirportSmall Airport
David Wine's AirstripSmall Airport
Duette Training Facility AirportSmall Airport
Dusty Airpatch AirportSmall Airport
Field of Dreams AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Flying W Airranch AirportSmall Airport
Foxraven FieldSmall Airport
Gator AirparkSmall Airport
Gentry AirportSmall Airport
Geraci AirparkSmall Airport
Gore AirportSmall Airport
Grass Patch AirportSmall Airport
Grass Roots AirparkSmall Airport
Green Swamp AerodromeSmall Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Jubilee Acres AirportSmall Airport
Kings FieldSmall Airport
Ko-Kee AirportSmall Airport
Lake Clinch AirparkSmall Airport
Lake Persimmon AirstripSmall Airport
Lake Wales Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lewis AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Highland City

55 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Auburndale City Police Station
Auburndale Police Department
Bartow Police Department
Eagle Lake Police Department
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Florida Highway Patrol Station
Florida Polytechnic University Police Department
Fort Meade Police Department
Haines City Police Department
Hillsborough County Criminal Center
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Plant City Substation
Lake Alfred Police Department
Lakeland Police Department
Lakeland Police Department
Lakeland Police Department
Lakeland Police Department
Lakeland Police Department
Lakeland Police Department Headquarters219 North Massachusetts Avenue
Mulberry Police Department
Plant City Police Department1 Police Center Drive
Plant City Police Department
Polk County Sheriff1891 Jim keene Boulevard
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Bradley
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Cypress Gardens
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Eaton Park
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Elizabeth
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Eloise
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Florence Villa
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Highlands City
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Kville
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit North Combee
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit North Florida
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Skyview
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Sunray
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Sunshine
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Wabash
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Wahneta
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit West 10th Street
Polk County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Unit Willow Oak
Polk County Sheriff's Office Main
Polk County Sheriff's Office Northeast District Substation
Polk County Sheriff's Office Northwest District Substation
Polk County Sheriff's Office Southwest District Substation
Polk County Sheriff's Office Training
Sheriffs Dept
Winter Haven Police Department

Grocery Stores in Highland City

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 32753-AConvenience Store6175 US Highway 98 S
Circle K 7033Convenience Store5260 US Highway 98 S
Harvest Meat MarketGrocery Store6143 Us Highway 98 S
PUBLIX 1171Supermarket5185 US Highway 98 S
RaceTrac 2379Convenience Store4285 US Highway 98 S
Rightway FoodsConvenience Store4205 Clubhouse Rd
Uncle Frank's ProduceSpecialty Store6320 US Highway 98 S

Post Offices in Highland City

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office

Treatment Centers in Highland City

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cove Behavioral Health - Outpatient and Opiate Add Trt SrvsSubstance Abuse813-384-4018
Groups Recover TogetherSubstance Abuse888-858-1723
Lakeland CentresSubstance Abuse863-687-9900
Lakeland Regional Health Systems - Grassland CampusMental Health863-687-1222
Lakeland Regional Health Systems - Harrell Family Center for Behav HealthMental Health863-687-1275
Peace River Center - Gilmore OfficeBoth863-519-0575
Peace River Center - Personal Development/SRTMental Health863-519-5759 x6223
Peace River Center - Substance Abuse ServicesBoth863-519-0575 x7298
Peace River Center - Success HouseMental Health863-248-3311
Tri County Human Services Inc - Agape Halfway HouseSubstance Abuse863-299-7003
Tri County Human Services Inc - New Beginning WomenSubstance Abuse863-937-8238
Tri County Human Services Inc - Winter Haven OutpatientSubstance Abuse863-294-7900
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - TampaBoth813-756-5660

Churches & Religious Organizations in Highland City

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CATHEDRAL OF FAITH INC4210 E PALMETTO AVE
FIRST COMMUNITY CHURCH INCPO BOX 893
GENESIS CHURCH OF THE ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 698
JESUS AND FRIENDS INTERNATIONAL INCPO BOX 999
LAKELAND BRETHREN ASSEMBLY INCPO BOX 67
LIFE HOPE & SOUND INCPO BOX 158
MIRACLE CATHEDRAL INCPO BOX 625

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Frequently Asked Questions About Highland City

What is the population of Highland City?

Highland City has a population of 12,732 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,614 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.5 years. The population is 47% female and 53% male.

Is Highland City expensive to live in?

Highland City has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $88,628, 18% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $301,600 (7% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Highland City safe?

Public safety is a concern in Highland City, with a violent crime rate of 666 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,213 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Highland City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Highland City?

Highland City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Highland City?

The job market in Highland City is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,071. There are 17,281 business establishments in the area, including 1,064 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 12.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Highland City?

The median home value in Highland City is $301,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,294. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,679. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,985.

How are the schools in Highland City?

Schools in Highland City score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.3% of adults in Highland City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. 10.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Highland City?

The obesity rate in Highland City is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.4% of adults are smokers. 22.0% are physically inactive. 20.0% of residents report depression. 13.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 69.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,172.

What is transportation like in Highland City?

The average commute in Highland City is 29 minutes. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 12.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Highland City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Highland City is 65.6% White, 11.5% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 85.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 14.8% speak Spanish. 8.3% of the population are military veterans. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

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