Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
22%
Highland
Highland, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$487
Population
9,775
Renter Mix
29% Rent
Suburban comfort and small-town charm define this picturesque community
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Commuter
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Parks
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Lake
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Outdoors
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Rural
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Safe
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Low Crime
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Highland is a rural community located about thirty miles due east of Saint Louis on Interstate 70. Largely surrounded by farmlands, this cozy hamlet exudes a timeless small-town personality, with a modest business district hosting locally-owned restaurants, specialty shops, and the landmark Lory Theater out of historic red-brick buildings and storefronts.
Silver Lake on the north side of town is a popular hangout during the summertime, offering a great venue to swim or just soak up some sun on the shoreline. Nearby, the Korte Recreation Center at Glik Park features an indoor water park, allowing residents to enjoy aquatic fun even when the weather outside is less cooperative. Rentals in town range from modest apartments to suburban houses, with options available to suit any taste.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$76,581
Average: $89,389
Education
2,616
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,029
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Highland has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
29%
Non-Renters
71%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Highland, IL is $487 for one bedroom, $890 for two bedrooms, and $1,155 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Highland has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$487/month
750 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Highland, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
503 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
540 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
612 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
836 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Scott AFB/Midamerica St Louis
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.