Kansas
The Highlands is a small town in Kansas with a population of 474. Residents earn $83,229 per year, which is 11% above the national average.
Based on current data, The Highlands receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. The Highlands stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in The Highlands is $83,229, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in The Highlands is $263,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
The Highlands enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $83,229 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $74,346 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,497 |
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 974 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.60% |
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
| Census Median | $263,500 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.60% |
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,868/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.9 inches |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,689 ft (515 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 460/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1659°N, 97.9496°W |
| County FIPS | 20113 |
Winner: Republican by 41.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.3% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 460/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 97.6% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 23.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |