Highlands

Overview for Highlands, NC

1,105 people live in Highlands, where the median age is 60.2 and the average individual income is $44,842. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,105

Total Population

60.2 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$44,842

Average individual Income

Around Highlands, NC

There's plenty to do around Highlands, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

65

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

33

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Highlands Tavern, Nectar Juice Bar, and Dusty's Rhodes Superette.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the The Highlands Tavern page on Yelp Search 205 S 4th St on Google Maps	Dining	0.13 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nectar Juice Bar page on Yelp Search 680 N 4th St on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.23 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dusty's Rhodes Superette page on Yelp Search 493 Dillard Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $$$	0.64 miles	11 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the The Spice And Tea Exchange page on Yelp Search 330 Main St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.06 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Don Leon's page on Yelp Search 462 Dillard Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.62 miles	7 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Lakeside Restaurant page on Yelp Search 531 Smallwood Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$$	0.28 miles	78 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Highlands Pizza Place page on Yelp Search 365 Main St on Google Maps	Dining	0.09 miles	7 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Highlands Wine Shoppe page on Yelp Search 269 Oak St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.11 miles	16 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the The Stubborn Bull page on Yelp Search 445 N 4th St on Google Maps	Dining	0.1 miles	13 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Pescados Highland Burrittos page on Yelp Search 226 S 4th St on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.16 miles	43 reviews	4.3/5 stars
Visit the 4118 Kitchen+Bar page on Yelp Search 64 Highlands Plz on Google Maps	Dining	0.27 miles	64 reviews	4.3/5 stars
Visit the Dry Falls page on Yelp Search US 64/28 W on Google Maps	Active	2.52 miles	74 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Glen Falls Trail page on Yelp Search 1091 Glen Falls Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.58 miles	16 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Highland Excursion page on Yelp	Active	4.09 miles	8 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Sliding Rock page on Yelp Search 3700 Whiteside Cove Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.55 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Whiteside Mountain Trail page on Yelp Search Whiteside Mountain Trail Parking Lot Deville Dr on Google Maps	Active	3.56 miles	18 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Secret Falls page on Yelp Search Big Creek Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.58 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Smokin Saddles Riding page on Yelp	Active	0.1 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gifted Hands Spa page on Yelp Search 233 Spring St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.2 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Taylor Spa page on Yelp Search 330 Dillard Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.48 miles	9 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Zen Spa page on Yelp Search 4144 Cashiers Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.81 miles	13 reviews	4.4/5 stars

Highlands is where you write your story.

What to Love

Highlands, North Carolina, has long been a refuge for families looking to escape the summer heat of the Southeast with temperatures rarely climbing above 80 degrees on even the hottest days. Perched high at an elevation of 4,000 feet, the quaint mountain town is renowned for its upscale downtown.

Dining

For a casual lunch, visit Highlands Smokehouse which is open year-round, Primary Restaurant + Bar for pub-style dining, or Wild Thyme (which has the best sandwiches in Highlands according to Southern Accents Magazine). The Secret Garden offers takeaway options like fresh soups and charcuterie boards to-go.
The options for dinner are seemingly endless and you should try them all for yourself, but our favorites include Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden, Ristorante Paoletti for fresh pasta, and Oak Steakhouse at Skyline Lodge. Make sure you make reservations during the summer season.

Things to Do

Highlands and Cashiers are both known for their golf courses. Highlands’ courses include Highlands Falls Country Club, a private course, or Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove, which is open to those who stay at the Old Edwards Inn.

Demographics and Employment Data for Highlands, NC

Population Households Employment

Highlands has 689 households, with an average household size of 1.56. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Highlands do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,105 people call Highlands home. The population density is 180.34 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,105

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

60.2

Median Age

46.79 / 53.21%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree

689

Total Households

1.56

Average Household Size

$44,842

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Overview for Highlands, NC

1,105

60.2 years

Low

$44,842

Around Highlands, NC

65

Somewhat Walkable

33

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Highlands is where you write your story.

What to Love

Dining

Things to Do

Demographics and Employment Data for Highlands, NC

1,105

Low

60.2

46.79 / 53.21%

689

1.56

$44,842

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