Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch, Colorado Overview

Highlands Ranch earns an overall grade of A+ with a composite score of 63.6 out of 100, ranking #85 of 20 cities in Colorado. The city's strongest category is Fiscal Health (100/100) while its biggest challenge is Affordability (42/100).

Income & Employment in Highlands Ranch

The median household income in Highlands Ranch is $153,336 according to Census ACS data.

Cost of Living in Highlands Ranch

Cost of living data helps residents compare affordability across cities. The median home value is $672,600. Median monthly rent is $2,397.

Health & Wellness in Highlands Ranch

The adult obesity rate in Highlands Ranch is 24.8% according to CDC PLACES data. The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.7%. Residents report an average of 13.8 poor mental health days per month. These health indicators are important for assessing overall quality of life in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

Education & Schools in Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch has 26 public schools serving 20,106 students. The student-teacher ratio is 17.8:1. The district spends $12,942 per student. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch has an annual average temperature of 47.7°F. Summers average 68.1°F. Winters average 25.7°F. The city receives approximately 25.9 inches of precipitation per year.

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