Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 15.1% ▲ 51% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 452 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,200 (39.4%) |
| Some College | 4,018 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 3,461 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,429 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,355 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,594 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $160,092 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $766/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,560 |
| Vacant Units | 2,126 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Highland County is located in Ohio and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 42,931 residents. With a median age of 40.05, it is a middle-aged county.
Highland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,594 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Highland County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $160,092 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $766. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Highland County are primarily White (94.29%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Highland County, OH is a solidly middle-class area in Ohio. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45123 | Greenfield | 8,739 | $60,614 | $139,100 | $746 | 4.0% | 26.7% |
| 45132 | Highland | 130 | $31,875 | $99,000 | $988 | 3.3% | 22.1% |
| 45133 | Hillsboro | 23,604 | $58,813 | $162,900 | $744 | 4.1% | 30.7% |
| 45135 | Leesburg | 5,422 | $77,373 | $181,100 | $904 | 0.9% | 38.0% |
| 45142 | Lynchburg | 4,095 | $64,216 | $176,000 | $744 | 5.6% | 27.1% |
| 45155 | Mowrystown | 522 | $73,833 | $81,800 | $793 | 4.1% | 31.8% |
| 45172 | Sinking Spring | 419 | $105,368 | $129,000 | — | 15.8% | 0.5% |