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Highland Springs, VA
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Highland Springs, VA
At a Glance
How Highland Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Highland Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Highland Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Highland Springs residents earn a median household income of $56,931 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,108. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,661 business establishments, including 800 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Highland Springs is $206,300 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $254,060. Median rent is $1,234/month, with 29.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Highland Springs reports 579 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,870/100K.
Education
19.5% of adults in Highland Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Highland Springs has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.