Highland Hills, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Highland Hills is a small town in Ohio with a population of 704. Residents earn $41,382 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
704 Population 359/sq mi density
$41,382 Median Income $25,656 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $134,110 Zillow
$729 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$41,382 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $729/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,382
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.9%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.5%
130% higher than US avg

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

People

Population704
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density359/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,382
Per Capita$25,656
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty28.5%
County GDP$135,914M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,110
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1,100 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+73.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute23 min
Broadband69.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries68

Is Highland Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Highland Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Highland Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highland Hills is $41,382, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 28.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Highland Hills is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Highland Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Highland Hills has a population of 704 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (77.6%), with 14.8% White, 2% Hispanic.

Population

704
Total Population
359
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.4%
Female 39.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Highland Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Highland Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highland Hills is $41,382, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Highland Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,382
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,656
Avg Weekly Wage$1,445
IRS Avg AGI$80,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above US avg
Establishments (County)39,269
County GDP$135,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,107
Healthcare3,799
Retail3,902
Manufacturing1,516

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Highland Hills is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,110
Median List Price$69,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$69,900
$/Sq Ft$95
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied33.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate7.54%
In Highland Hills, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.9%
43% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure46.1%
Asthma12.9%
COPD8.8%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death10,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access97.9%
Healthcare Facilities3,799

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Safety Score

Highland Hills has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,100 ft (335 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density359/sq mi
Coordinates41.4497°N, 81.5191°W
County FIPS39035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31.5-point margin. 69.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.9%
D 65.4%

Winner: Democrat by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+73.7%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density359/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries68
Healthcare Facilities3,799
Restaurants3,107
Retail Stores3,902

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)82

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone67.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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