Highland City, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
12,732 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,628 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$301,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,511 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
4
Lakeland-Winter Haven Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 3 0 64
Mar 3 0 67
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 3 0 62

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 18, FL State Senate District 27, FL State House District 49, FL
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Schools

Highland City Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Spessard L Holland Elementary
1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Valleyview Elementary School
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Traviss Technical College
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
Southeastern University
5 miles, N • 1.4 star
Florida Southern College
6 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bartow Regional Medical Center
4 miles, S • 3.2 star
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
Winter Haven Hospital
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
South Florida Baptist Hospital
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tampa International Airport
40 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Orlando International Airport
47 miles, E • 4.6 star
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