Highlands, North Carolina
Highlands: Human settlement in North Carolina, United States of America
About
Highlands is a city located in the county of Macon in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Its population at the 2010 census was 924 and a population density of 58 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 984 inhabitants.
The city was created 150 years ago in 1874.
Quick Facts about Highlands
| Population : | 984 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | North Carolina (United States) |
| County : | Macon County |
| Postal code : | 28741 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 828 |
| Area : | 15.94 km2 |
| Altitude : | 4,117 feet / 1255 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1875 (150 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 03:18:16 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 62 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 6.1% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Highlands is located at 35°3'10"N 83°11'55"W (35.0528700, -83.1986000).
Highlands map
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- Official Website
Official website of Highlands
Demographics
The population of Highlands increased by 6.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 924 | - | census |
| 2011 | 930 | 0.65% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 927 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 925 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 928 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 934 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 940 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 948 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 966 | 1.86% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 982 | 1.63% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 984 | 0.2% | estimation process |
Other Places in Highlands
1 Highlands Town Hall
210 N 4th St, Highlands, NC 28741 ➦ Show Map
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Schools in Highlands
College & universities near Highlands, NC
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200004 | Western Carolina University | Cullowhee (NC) | 28723-9646 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Highlands, NC
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSN | Clemson | Calhoun Memorial Hwy and College Ave. | RAIL |
| TCA | Toccoa | 47 North Alexander St. | RAIL |
| GRV | Greenville | 1120 West Washington Street | RAIL |
| GNS | Gainesville | 116 Industrial Boulevard | RAIL |
| SPB | Spartanburg | 290 Magnolia St | RAIL |
Post offices near Highlands
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Post Office | Highlands (NC) | 28741 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Highlands , Texas census designated place with a population of 7,522 people.
- Highlands , New Jersey borough of New Jersey with a population of 4,693 people.
Other cities in Macon County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Macon County , NC.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin | 4,121 | Town in North Carolina, United States |
