Highlands, NC

North Carolina · Macon County

Highlands is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,276. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,276 Population 204/sq mi density

$63,750 Median Income $48,722 per capita

$666,300 Home Value $1,010,831 Zillow

$905 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr

411 Violent Crime/100K 7,084 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$63,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$666,300 home value, $905/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

411 violent crimes/100K (8% above avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

53.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,750

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $666,300

136% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 411/100K

8% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 53.0%

57% higher than US avg

Median Rent $905

22% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.0%

0% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.3%

9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,276

Median Age58.4 yrs

Density204/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

Median Income$63,750

Per Capita$48,722

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty11.3%

County GDP$2,130M

Commute14 min

Housing

Home Value$666,300

Rent$905

Ownership59.0%

Zillow$1,010,831

Housing Units2,487

Rent Burden27.2%

Crime

Violent411/100K

Property7,084/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault205/100K

Burglary2,361/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%

Uninsured9.0%

Smoking11.9%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain88.3 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation3,849 ft (1,173 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+53.0%

High School+95.8%

Graduate+23.7%

School Score5.62

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%

Commute14 min

Broadband90.3%

EV Stations11

Libraries3

Is Highlands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Highlands receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Highlands has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highlands is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Highlands is $666,300, making it a premium housing market at 136% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 411 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,084 per 100,000, 261% above the national average.

Education

Highlands is a highly educated community / 53.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Highlands experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 88.3 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Highlands has a population of 1,276 with a density of 204 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 3.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.9% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 79.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,276

Total Population

204

People / sq mi

58.4yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

6.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%

Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Highlands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.9%

20% above US avg

Spanish 6.1%

54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Highlands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highlands is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,722 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $893, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,457 business establishments, including 131 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Highlands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,750
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$48,722
Avg Weekly Wage	$893
IRS Avg AGI	$66,451
Gini Index	0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.3%
	9% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,457
County GDP	$2,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants	131
Healthcare	107
Retail	218
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,064
	16% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.8 min
Drive Alone	54.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Highlands is $666,300, 136% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,010,831, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,487 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $4,064 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$666,300
	136% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,010,831

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$905
	22% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	59.0%
Owner-Occupied	59.0%
Renter-Occupied	41.0%
Housing Units	2,487
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,064
	16% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.61%

In Highlands, 32.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 30.6% have high blood pressure. 11.9% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 19.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,789. The dentist ratio is 1:1,655. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.0%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	8.4%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.9%
	15% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	19.3%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	16.4%
Physical Distress	11.2%
Short Sleep	31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.5%
Uninsured	9.0%
	5% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,789
Dentists	1:1,655
Mental Health	1:447
Checkup Rate	77.3%
Dental Visits	67.8%
Premature Death	10,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	100.0%
Healthcare Facilities	107

Highlands has a violent crime rate of 411 per 100,000 residents, 8% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 205.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 205.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 7,084 per 100,000, 261% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,415, burglary at 2,361, vehicle theft at 308 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Highlands receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	410.7/100K
	8% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	205.3/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	205.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	7,084.2/100K
	261% above US avg
Burglary	2,361.4/100K
Theft	4,414.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	308.0/100K
Arson	102.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	78
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Highlands experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 302 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 88.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 3,849 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	50.9°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	3,849 ft (1,173 m)
Area	6.2 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density	204/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0538°N, 83.1976°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Macon County County
Nearest Airport	Oconee County Regional (CEU) 32 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.3"

132% above US avg

Snowfall 10.2"

Wettest Month (Mar) 7.87"

Driest Month (Oct) 5.55"

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0400 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	73.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	73.7 / 100
Community Resilience	21.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	No Rating
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

May 10, 2025	21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee	M4.1	90 km
Jul 5, 1995	12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee	M3.7	93 km
Jun 17, 1998	9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee	M3.6	147 km
Jul 19, 1997	12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.5	147 km
Jan 3, 1992	4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina	M3.4	139 km
Jun 16, 2006	9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina	M3.4	51 km
Mar 5, 2019	7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee	M3.4	146 km
Aug 31, 2009	2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee	M3.3	116 km
Apr 20, 2010	4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee	M3.3	104 km
Apr 11, 2006	5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee	M3.3	122 km
Jun 4, 2023	4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina	M3.2	66 km
May 10, 2006	3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee	M3.2	121 km
Jul 26, 2001	11 km S of New Market, Tennessee	M3.2	110 km
Jul 26, 2001	11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee	M3.2	107 km
Aug 1, 2009	8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee	M3.2	100 km
Apr 29, 2018	10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee	M3.1	139 km
Oct 30, 1991	9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia	M3.1	139 km
Aug 23, 2025	3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina	M3.0	132 km
Nov 24, 2012	7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee	M3.0	100 km
Sep 24, 1991	6 km NE of Greenback, Tennessee	M3.0	110 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1989	Hugo	Category 2	195 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

284 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 23 fatalities, 430 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	94 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF3	50 km	1
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	81 km	1
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	99 km	12
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	44 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	93 km	3
Nov 22, 1992	EF3	86 km	1
Nov 15, 1989	EF3	61 km	0
Apr 8, 1974	EF3	82 km	0
May 27, 1973	EF3	77 km	0
May 10, 1952	EF3	91 km	2
Mar 23, 2022	EF2	40 km	0
Apr 25, 2020	EF2	76 km	0
Apr 13, 2020	EF2	49 km	0
Oct 8, 2017	EF2	51 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF2	97 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF2	94 km	0
Apr 10, 2009	EF2	70 km	0
Aug 26, 2008	EF2	64 km	0
Aug 29, 2005	EF2	63 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROCK MOUNTAIN (25,224 ac, 2016).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2016	ROCK MOUNTAIN	25,224	30 km
2016	CHIMNEY TOPS 2	14,998	76 km
2016	TELLICO	14,172	45 km
2016	BOTELER	8,626	43 km
2016	PARTY ROCK	8,572	99 km
2024	RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE	8,324	90 km
2016	PINNACLE MOUNTAIN	7,869	43 km
2016	MAPLE SPRINGS	7,696	77 km
2001	SHARP	6,039	55 km
2024	RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE	5,154	95 km
2013	BEAVER DAM	4,336	87 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,888	94 km
2019	COW CAMP	3,786	90 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,298	98 km
2016	CAMP BRANCH	3,234	36 km
2023	PANTHER KNOB	3,170	34 km
2019	JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX	3,120	83 km
2010	COW CAMP-A	2,953	90 km
2013	MCINTYRE-A	2,695	87 km
2001	UNNAMED	2,662	96 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	6.7 in	Coldest
February	37°F (3°C)	6.3 in
March	44°F (7°C)	7.9 in	Wettest
April	52°F (11°C)	5.8 in
May	59°F (15°C)	6.9 in
June	65°F (19°C)	6.3 in
July	68°F (20°C)	6.3 in
August	68°F (20°C)	6.1 in	Warmest
September	63°F (17°C)	6.0 in
October	54°F (12°C)	5.6 in	Driest
November	45°F (7°C)	6.9 in
December	38°F (3°C)	6.7 in

Highlands has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 33°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.9") and October the driest (5.6").

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Highlands is located in Macon County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 53.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 23.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68.6% of the vote, a 38-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 54% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.6%

D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	78
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	53.0%
	57% above US avg
High School+	95.8%
Graduate Degree+	23.7%
School Test Score	5.62

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	204/sq mi
Total Area	6.2 sq mi
County	Macon County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.3%
Avg Download Speed	78.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	52.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	11
Alt Fuel Stations	11
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	107
Restaurants	131
Retail Stores	218

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.8 min
Drive Alone	54.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.4%

Average costs for common services in Highlands. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141–$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94–$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943–$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94–$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$771
Toddler	$589
Preschool	$753
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$494
Toddler	$474
Preschool	$474

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Macon County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	2,217	212	$35,426	1.80
Accommodation & Food Services	2,006	132	$32,673	1.79
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,420	118	$51,047	0.80
Construction	1,064	260	$50,008	1.64
Professional & Technical Services	1,030	136	$68,989	1.20
Other Services	513	130	$44,969	1.38
Manufacturing	399	31	$46,467	0.39
Administrative & Waste Services	396	89	$44,697	0.55
Arts & Entertainment	392	23	$54,247	1.89
Real Estate	272	100	$44,605	1.42
Finance & Insurance	238	60	$79,185	0.48
Information & Technology	100	20	$43,039	0.43
Educational Services	51	11	$23,800	0.20
Agriculture & Forestry	38	12	$34,653	0.38
Management of Companies	16	5	$126,814	0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas	11	4	$33,344	0.24

Hospitals in Highlands

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
HIGHLANDS CASHIERS HOSPITAL	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(828) 526-1200

Schools in Highlands

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Highlands School	Other	332	34	9.8:1

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Radio Stations near Highlands

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WHLC - Soft & Easy Favorites	—	MP3 64 kbps
540 WRGC The River	adult contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps
WBSY 98.5 FM	americana, bluegrass	MP3 128 kbps
The Roar WCCP FM	clemson, sports	MP3 96 kbps
WCRK 105.7 FM	classic hits	AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Highlands

35 campgrounds found near Highlands.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Cliffside Lake Shelters	5.0/5	2	$30–$40
BALSAM LAKE LODGE	4.8/5	1	$170
DEEP CREEK GROUP CAMP	4.8/5	3	$50
PINK BEDS PICNIC SHELTER	4.8/5	1	$50
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 2	4.7/5	1	$40
OCONEE POINT	4.7/5	70	$38–$76
Sunburst	4.7/5	9	$25
TWIN LAKES (SC)	4.7/5	100	$36–$76
VAN HOOK GLADE	4.7/5	12	$24–$40
MOUNT PISGAH CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	126	$30
WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP	4.6/5	1	$60
DAVIDSON RIVER	4.5/5	132	$37–$74
Deep Creek Campground (NC)	4.5/5	92	$30
KUYKENDALL GROUP CAMP	4.5/5	1	$130
STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	81	$26–$100
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA)	4.5/5	18	$15
CHERRY HILL CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	29	$15
CONEROSS PARK	4.4/5	106	$26–$76
COVE CREEK LOWER GROUP CAMP	4.4/5	1	$130
LAKE RABUN BEACH RECREATION AREA	4.4/5	75	$26–$85
Sarah's Creek Campground (Clayton, GA)	4.3/5	19	$10
TWIN LAKES DAY USE AREA	4.3/5	2	$75
CASSIDY BRIDGE PRIMITIVE CAMP	4.2/5	1	Free
COVE CREEK UPPER GROUP CAMP	4.2/5	1	$130
Low Gap Campground	4.2/5	13	$12
WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP	4.2/5	18	$15–$30
DEEP CREEK PICNIC PAVILION	4.1/5	2	$32
SYCAMORE FLATS PICNIC SHELTER	4.1/5	1	$50
Tallulah River Campground	4.1/5	16	$15
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 1	4.0/5	1	$40
WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP	3.8/5	8	$20–$30
Wolf Ford Horse Camp	3.7/5	11	$15–$30
West Fork Campground (Clayton, GA)	3.6/5	5	$10
FERN SPRINGS DAY USE PICNIC AREA	—	—	Free
TOW STRING HORSE CAMP	—	3	$30

National Parks Near Highlands

29 national parks and monuments found near Highlands.

Park	Type	Fee
Black Rock Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Ridge Parkway	Parkway	Free
Caesars Head State Park	State Park	Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Chimney Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Devils Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Don Carter State Park	State Park	Free
Gorges State Park	State Park	Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park	National Park	Free
Jones Gap State Park	State Park	Free
Keowee-Toxaway State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Hartwell State Park	State Park	Free
Moccasin Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Mossy Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Mitchell State Park	State Park	Free
Oconee State Park	State Park	Free
Paris Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Pisgah View State Park	State Park	Free
President's Park	State Park	Free
Richard B. Russell State Park	State Park	Free
Seven Islands	State Park	Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park	State Park	Free
Table Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park	State Park	Free
Tugaloo State Park	State Park	Free
Unicoi State Park	State Park	Free
Victoria Bryant State Park	State Park	Free
Vogel State Park	State Park	Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Highlands

378+ trails found near Highlands.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BARTRAM NRT - NANTAHALA RD	68.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ANST - NANTAHALA RD	52.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - PISGAH RD	41.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARTRAM	35.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHATTOOGA RIVER CANOE TRAIL	27.4	WATER	—	—	—
CHUNKY GAL	21.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ART LOEB NRT	17.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - NANTAHALA RD	16.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS	14.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILLIS KNOB HORSE TRAIL	14.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH MILLS RIVER	14.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL	11.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TSALI RIGHT LOOP	10.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CHATTOOGA RIVER TRAIL	9.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TSALI LEFT LOOP	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WAYEHUTTA LOOP	8.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WINE SPRINGS LOOP	8.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STONEWALL FALLS MOUNTAIN BIKE	8.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BLACK MOUNTAIN	8.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ART LOEB NRT	8.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS	7.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ELLICOTTS ROCK	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAUREL MOUNTAIN	6.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
DAVE THOMPSON LOOP	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OAKEY MOUNTAIN ORV TRAIL	6.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY BALD LOOP	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEECH CREEK	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCKHORN GAP	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MOUSE BRANCH LOOP	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YELLOW MOUNTAIN	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCK SPRINGS	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POWERLINE ROAD	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ANST - TUSQUITEE RD	5.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PANTHER CREEK TRAIL	5.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG INDIAN LOOP	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOOTHILLS	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHATTOOGA RIVER	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREEN MOUNTAIN	5.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE EAST FORK	5.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BARTRAM NRT - CHEOAH RD	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PARK CREEK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL	4.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JUNALUSKA GAP	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FARLOW GAP	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SQUIRREL GAP	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SLATE ROCK	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WHITE TWISTER MOUNTAIN BIKE TR	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HURRICANE CREEK LOOP	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ART LOEB NRT	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL	4.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TRESTLE LOOP	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BARNETT BRANCH	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHINING CREEK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WINDING STAIRS TRAIL	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KIMSEY CREEK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCONEE CONNECTOR	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FLAT LAUREL CREEK	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CAT GAP LOOP	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OLD BUTT KNOB	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - PISGAH RD	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MAC'S GAP	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MOATES KNOB OHV TRAIL	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PARK RIDGE	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG EAST FORK	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SYCAMORE COVE	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
AVERY CREEK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
NORTH SLOPE LOOP	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
WESSER CREEK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREASY COVE	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOOKING GLASS ROCK	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG INDIAN LOOP	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RABUN BALD	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BENNETT GAP	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BUCKEYE GAP	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL LOOP	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HAYWOOD GAP	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUTTER GAP	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PINK BEDS LOOP	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONG BRANCH	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GLADE TRAIL	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SENIARD RIDGE	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG BEND	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP GAP BRANCH	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PINK BEDS LOOP	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COVE CREEK	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
SQUIRREL GAP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DANIEL RIDGE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PILOT ROCK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
BUCK KNOB	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
THOMPSON CREEK	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
IVESTOR GAP	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST FORK TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSE COVE GAP	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OPPOSUM CREEK TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPLETREE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOCUST GAP	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
YELLOW PATCH	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PILOT COVE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
GRAVEYARD RIDGE	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MOUSE BRANCH OVERLOOK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BEAR PEN GAP	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLACK ROCK	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BIG CREEK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CANTRELL CREEK	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
STONY KNOB	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LONG BRANCH	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITESIDE MOUNTAIN NRT	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WINDY GAP LOOP	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TURKEY KNOB	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JOHN ROCK	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIFFTOP VISTA	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLCOMB CREEK TRAIL	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
THOMAS BRANCH	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CHINQUAPIN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COON TREE LOOP CONNECTOR	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLY GAP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RATTLESNAKE KNOB	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
IVESTOR GAP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BUCKWHEAT KNOB	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
CANEY BOTTOM	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
TIMBER RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEVILS ELBOW	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH ROAD	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COLD MOUNTAIN	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAWMILL BOTTOMS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP GAP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIDDEN FALLS	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CASE CAMP RIDGE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LAUREL BRANCH	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YELLOW BRANCH FALLS TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HEMLOCK RIDGE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LITTLE SAM	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNSET CONNECTOR	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG GREEN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
4 TOES	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DAVIDSON RIVER	1.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE INDIAN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREAT WALL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EXERCISE TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER FALLS LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PERRY COVE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRAVEYARD RIDGE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOREST DISCOVERY	1.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTON MILL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TAMASSEE KNOB	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BRACKEN MOUNTAIN TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
COON TREE LOOP	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOUNT PISGAH	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NANTAHALA RIVER BIKE TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PRESSLEY COVE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOON WALK	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAINBOW FALLS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLIS KNOB RIVER ACCES	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ANGEL FALLS	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SILER BALD SHELTER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLAWHAMMER COVE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLIS KNOB CAMP	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DIAMOND VALLEY	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEECH GAP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRAVEYARD FIELDS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WALTON BOG INTERPRETIVE	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE GREEN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREENLAND CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SLICK ROCK FALLS	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOREST FESTIVAL	1.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANTRELL CREEK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUFUS MORGAN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDING FORD	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WARWOMAN DELL NATURE TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAM KNOB	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SLOPE CONNECTOR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HEMLOCK FALLS	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PINK BEDS CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UPPER FALLS	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILDERNESS FALLS	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNSET RIDGE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ART LOEB NRT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST FORK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER RUN	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CAT GAP LOOP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
RAVEN ROCK	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLACK MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COLEMAN RIVER	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG SCALEY	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TIMBER RIDGE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SCALY MOUNTAIN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLUB GAP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ADDIS GAP	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BILTMORE CAMPUS NRT	0.8	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CHATTOOGA LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIFFSIDE LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SLOPE LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PILOT ROCK	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FACE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRIDGES CAMP GAP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARTRAM CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PICKENS NOSE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLEN FALLS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAM KNOB SUMMIT	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOMESITE ROAD	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAT GAP BYPASS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRANNY BURRELL FALLS	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GREEN VALLEY	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOORE COVE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LICKLOG	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BEARPEN GAP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLANTON BRANCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ANDY COVE NATURE NRT	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CLIFFTOP NATURE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GLEN FALLS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER FALLS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
INDIAN RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WASLICK POPLAR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HURRAH RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FALL CREEK PORTAGE	0.6	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 2ND CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CARLTON'S WAY	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OVERLOOK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CAMP SHORTCUT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ESTATOE	0.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PINNACLE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNWALL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PARKER KNOB CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG LAUREL FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TWIN FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SENIARD RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SECRET FALLS	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RABUN BEACH ACCESS	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YELLOW BRANCH NATURE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLF CREEK GORGE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
KING CREEK TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RILEY MOORE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
COURTHOUSE GAP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRAVEYARD RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ART LOEB SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WATERGUAGE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDGE RUNNER	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MALONEE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EAST BOUND-N-DOWN	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BURRELLS FORD CAMPGROUND	0.4	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRIDGES CAMP GAP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHINQUAPIN CONNECTOR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JONES KNOB	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG ISLAND FORD	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POTTS MEMORIAL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COURTHOUSE FALLS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STATION COVE TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WHITEWATER FALLS	0.3	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
STONEWALL SPUR B	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
THRIFTS FERRY PORTAGE	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEEP GAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
IVESTOR GAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VAN HOOK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OLD RIDGE ROAD	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SKITTY CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAIL LINE WAY	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PARK CR RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROBINSON	0.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUTTON HOLE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 1ST CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RANGER RUN	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ALBERT MOUNTAIN	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAUREL MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
EARLS FORD PORTAGE	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SANDY FORD PORTAGE	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NATURE WALK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STARENS BRANCH	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILER BALD VISTA	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CEMETERY LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
PILOT ROCK EXTENSION	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WINDY GAP OVERLOOK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOCUST GAP CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MTS ACCESS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIDGE RUNNER	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CC LOOP	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BETTY CREEK GAP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MINNEHAHA	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WOODALL SHOALS PORTAGE	0.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DICKS CREEK FALLS	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRANITE CITY	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SHINING CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS SPUR A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STONEWALL SPUR A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WILSON LICK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
3 FORKS SPUR B	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LONG MTN. TOWER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TSALI LEFT LOOP CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HWY 76 PORTAGE	0.1	ASPHALT	—	—	—
KIMSEY CREEK CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRY FALLS	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
BIG EAST FORK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEW FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOSS MILL CREEK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WOLF CREEK	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	—
PANTHER CREEK REC. AREA	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SPOONAUGER TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SILVER RUN FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LAUREL MOUNTAIN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUNSET RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DANIEL RIDGE CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MOONEY FALLS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MST - PISGAH RD	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRESTLE LOOP CONNECTOR	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GRIMSHAWES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HAYWOOD GAP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SECOND FALLS OVERLOOK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BULL SLUICE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SLICKROCK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BECKY BRANCH FALLS	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRASSY ROAD	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
IVESTOR GAP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PADGET POPLAR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PANTHER CREEK TRAIL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOONEY FALLS SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RANGER RUN CONNECTOR	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
GREAT WALL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RUFUS MORGAN SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
IVESTOR GAP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
4 TOES CONNECTOR	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BRIDGES CAMP GAP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in Highlands

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CASHIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1940 N CAROLINA 107	8287437710	$350,477
MACON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8285249758	$119,665
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN CUT AND ENGRAVED GLASS	ART MUSEUM			$79,734
HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	524 N 4TH STREET	8287871050	$76,602
FINE ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		8282273591
FLATS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	494 BOB LONG MOUNTAIN RD
FOLK HERITAGE ASSOCIAION OF MACON COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FOXFIRE MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		7067465828
MOUNTAIN HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
RABUN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	81 N CHURCH ST	7067825292
SCALY MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTISH TARTANS MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	86 EAST MAIN ST	8285247472
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS RESERVE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	558 SUMMIT RIDGE RD
STARLAB PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Farmers Markets in Highlands

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cashiers Tailgate Market	in Downtown Cashier, heading west on Hwy 64 , In the parking lot of Cashiers Community Center between Cashiers and fire station
Clayton Farmers Market	46 Plaza Way	04/29/2017 to 11/04/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes
Franklin Farmers Market	Palmer St.	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Northeast Georgia. Locally Grown.net - Rabun County site	63 Mill Gap Lane	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Wed: 5:00 AM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
The 'Whee Market	North Country Club Drive	04/03/2018 to 10/30/2018	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Highlands

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

200 Main

Half-Mile Farm

Highlander Mountain House

Old Edwards Inn and Spa

Skyline Lodge

The Chandler Inn

The Park on Main

Restaurants in Highlands

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BlackBear Breakfast and Lunch

Highlands Smokehouse

Kelsey Place Restaurant

Lakeside Restaurant

Los Vaqueros Mexican Restaurant

Madison's Restaurant

Midpoint Restaurant

Ristorante Paoletti

The Ruffed Grouse

Wild Thyme Gourmet

Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro

Gas Stations in Highlands

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Banks in Highlands

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Bank

First Citizens Bank

Golf Courses in Highlands

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cullasaja Club

Highlands Country Club

Highlands Falls Country Club

Breweries in Highlands

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Lazy Hiker Brewing Company	Brewery Tours, Breweries, Food & Drink, Tours	188 W Main St	8283492337

Nursing Homes in Highlands

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
ECKERD LIVING CENTER 190 HOSPITAL DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	80	65	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	8285261315

Pharmacies in Highlands

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
HIGHLANDS PHARMACY	225 MAIN STREET	828-526-2366
HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS HOSPITAL PHARMACY	190 HOSPITAL DRIVE	828-526-1463
MAIN STREET PHARMACY	460 MAIN STREET	828-526-8845

EV Charging Stations in Highlands

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
200 Main - Tesla Destination	200 Main St	Tesla Destination	2	J1772 TESLA	public
Chamber of Commerce	108 Main St.	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
City of Highlands - 3rd St	315 S 3rd St	ENVIROSPARK	2	J1772	public
City of Highlands - Oat St	200 Oak St	ENVIROSPARK	2	J1772	public
Old Edwards Inn and Spa - Tesla Destination	445 Main St	Tesla Destination	2	J1772 TESLA	public
The Park on Main - Tesla Destination	205 Main St	Tesla Destination	2	TESLA	public
The Ugly Dog Public House - Highlands - Tesla Destination	420 Spring St	Tesla Destination	2	J1772 TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Highlands

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
GEORGE TODD RD	TOWER	154
270 LYDIA MOUNTAIN ROAD (80282)	LTOWER	60
270 LYDIA MOUNTAIN ROAD (80282)	LTOWER	60
2 miles N of Clayton 1 mile West of US-23	TOWER	37
2 miles N of Clayton 1 mile West of US-23	TOWER	37

Fire Stations in Highlands

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Highlands Fire & Rescue	149 Franklin RD	Mostly volunteer			828-526-3645

Bridges in Highlands

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Steel	1962	26	5,500	F
Culvert	Steel	1935	50	3,700	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1968	21	3,400	F
Culvert	Concrete	1937	30	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	37	1,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	26	1,300	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	30	1,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	2016	30	870	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2001	92	740	G
Culvert	Prestressed concrete	1993	25	730	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1936	200	400	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1938	68	350	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1945	135	270	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2011	105	260	G
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1936	50	250	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1936	200	225	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1987	25	200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	75	160	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	31	160	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	41	130	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	36	110	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	41	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	36	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	31	70	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	81	70	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2006	75	60	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1934	82	50	P
Culvert	Steel	1965	20	50	F
Culvert	Steel	1990	20	50	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1956	98	46	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1967	128	28	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	44	20	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1961	66	12	F
Culvert	Steel	1969	29	12	F

Airports Near Highlands

39 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Anderson Regional Airport	AND	Medium Airport
Asheville Regional Airport	AVL	Medium Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Airnautique, Inc. Airport	—	Small Airport
Arrendale Forest Strip	—	Small Airport
Barker Private STOL Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Creek Flying Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Sandy Landing	—	Small Airport
Brevard Airport	—	Small Airport
Broad River Air Park	—	Small Airport
Cane Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Field	—	Small Airport
Deer Crossing Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Fly-N-S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Changes Farm Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Franklin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Habersham County Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawks Nest Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Heaven's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackson County Airport	—	Small Airport
King Field	—	Small Airport
King Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Lagniappe STOL Field	—	Small Airport
Macon County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain Airpark	—	Small Airport
Mustang Field	—	Small Airport
Oconee County Regional Airport	CEU	Small Airport
Oolenoy Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Pickens County Airport	LQK	Small Airport
Reagans Roost Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Six Oaks Airport	—	Small Airport
Sossamon Field (Unused)	—	Small Airport
STOL-It Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Toccoa Airport - R.G. Letourneau Field	TOC	Small Airport
Tokeena Air Park	—	Small Airport
Transylvania Community Airport	—	Small Airport
Tusquittee Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Williamsport Airpark	—	Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Highlands

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
BRYSONS FOOD STORE INC	Supermarket	103 Highlands Plaza
Dollar General 17200	Other	7307 Dillard Rd
Dollar General 20327	Other	28 Cherrywood Dr
Kent Kwik 709	Convenience Store	22 Dillard Rd
Spinx 304	Convenience Store	555 N 4th St

Post Offices in Highlands

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Highlands Post Office	43 Dillard Road

Treatment Centers in Highlands

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Hazelwood Healthcare PLLC	Substance Abuse	828-595-9000

DOL Wage Violations in Highlands

10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $311,700 in back wages owed to 161 employees.

Violations

$311,700

Back Wages Owed

161

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Black Rock Granite Cabinets	SIGNIFICANT	—	28741	—	1	$201,009	$11,167	18
Ristorante Paoletti	—	—	28741	—	1	$38,567	$877	44
Four Seasons Landscape Inc.	—	—	28741	—	1	$16,112	$1,151	14
WARTH CONSTRUCTION, INC. [OSHA]	—	—	28741	New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)	1	$12,433	$565	22
Black Rock Granite and Marble	—	—	28741	—	1	$11,216	$3,739	3
Subway	—	Subway	28741	—	1	$9,875	$987	10
The Bridge at Mill Creek	—	—	28741	—	1	$7,886	$657	12
Macon County Solid Waste Dept.	—	—	28741	—	1	$7,470	$1,867	4
Highlands Inn	—	—	28741	—	2	$4,410	$245	18
Kacco Inc	—	—	28741	—	1	$2,724	$170	16

Churches & Religious Organizations in Highlands

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
HIGHLANDS ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 477
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE HOLY FAMILY	PO BOX 1564

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Frequently Asked Questions About Highlands

What is the population of Highlands?

Highlands has a population of 1,276 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 204 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Highlands expensive to live in?

Highlands is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $666,300 (136% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Highlands safe?

The violent crime rate in Highlands is 411 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,084 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Highlands receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Highlands?

Highlands has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.3 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Highlands?

The job market in Highlands is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $893. There are 1,457 business establishments in the area, including 131 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 19.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Highlands?

The median home value in Highlands is $666,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,010,831. For renters, the median monthly rent is $905. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,064.

How are the schools in Highlands?

Schools in Highlands score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 53.0% of adults in Highlands hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 23.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Highlands?

The obesity rate in Highlands is 32.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.9% of adults are smokers. 19.3% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,789.

What is transportation like in Highlands?

The average commute in Highlands is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 54% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Highlands?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Highlands is 87% White, 3.1% Black or African American. 93.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 10.2% of residents have a disability. 79.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Franklin, NC 4,221 pop · 13.5 mi Mountain City, GA 1,027 pop · 13.8 mi Clayton, GA 2,420 pop · 16.9 mi Cullowhee, NC 7,300 pop · 17.7 mi Walhalla, SC 4,121 pop · 21.2 mi Sylva, NC 2,600 pop · 22.3 mi Keowee Key, SC 3,307 pop · 22.8 mi Westminster, SC 2,244 pop · 27.4 mi Seneca, SC 8,910 pop · 28.9 mi Bryson City, NC 1,676 pop · 29.4 mi Brevard, NC 7,795 pop · 29.7 mi Pickens, SC 3,386 pop · 29.9 mi Cherokee, NC 1,631 pop · 30.4 mi Utica, SC 1,529 pop · 30.4 mi

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