Highland, OH

Ohio

Highland is a small town in Ohio with a population of 165. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
165 Population 971/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $21,724 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$988 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $988/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population165
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$21,724
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$1,887M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.5%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.59

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute35 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Highland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Highland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Highland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highland is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Highland is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Highland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Highland has a population of 165 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

165
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Highland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Highland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highland is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Highland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,724
Avg Weekly Wage$862
IRS Avg AGI$54,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)853
County GDP$1,887M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare98
Retail141
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Highland is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$736
1 Bedroom$845
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,167
4 Bedrooms$1,492

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
In Highland, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death11,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities98
Highland has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall18.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates39.3439°N, 83.6001°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.4-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.59
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants63
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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