Highland Beach

Offers residents a dense urban feel and most residents own their homes.

Welcome to Highland Beach

About Highland Beach

Did you know that this hidden gem is voted as the 18th best place to live in by Forbes Magazine? Highland Beach sits on a high point between the ocean and the Intracoastal, and between the comparative bustle of Delray Beach and Boca Raton. Living in Highland Beach offers residents a dense urban feel and most residents own their homes. Amazing shopping, dining, and culture are within easy access, yet not so close as the beach.
 
A lot of affluent families from New York, California, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Canada, France, Russia, Germany, Turkey, China, England, and other countries, have decided to buy their second homes in Highland Beach, Florida. Elite buyers from the northeast coast of the US, that buy properties in Highland Beach, keep coming here looking for a warm place to call home during the winter season, as well as to diversify their assets. Foreign clients flock to the area in search of more secure investments at a decent value.
 

Neighborhoods in Highland Beach

The high-end neighborhoods of Highland Beach range from townhome and condo communities to the exclusive gated neighborhoods that line Ocean Blvd. The majority of the neighborhoods here are private, wealthy, and dedicated to boating and beachcombing lifestyles. Many communities are made up of a mix of year-round vacation homes, seasonal homes, and full-time housing. Many neighborhoods are very small, with only a few estates. All have lush, mature tropical landscaping and owners who are genuinely proud of their properties.

Overview for Highland Beach, FL

4,244 people live in Highland Beach, where the median age is 69.4 and the average individual income is $116,439. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,244

Total Population

69.4 years

Median Age

High

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

$116,439

Average individual Income

Around Highland Beach, FL

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

11
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
36
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including El Mercadito Ahtziri, Amy's Lil' Chunks of Love, and Transcendental Meditation.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.95 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.55 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.17 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.75 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.57 miles 28 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.72 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Highland Beach, FL

Highland Beach has 2,222 households, with an average household size of 1.91. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Highland Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,244 people call Highland Beach home. The population density is 7,907.52 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,244

Total Population

High

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

69.4

Median Age

47.95 / 52.05%

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
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,222

Total Households

1.91

Average Household Size

$116,439

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes
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