Highland Beach, FL

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Highland Beach Overview

4,261
TOTAL POPULATION
2,088
MALE POPULATION
2,173
FEMALE POPULATION
96.09
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.07
FEMALES / 100 MALES
70.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$144,249
PER CAPITA INCOME
$152,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$140,045
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
60.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
39.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,235
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
29.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Highland Beach Area Codes

Race in Highland Beach

The most populous races in Highland Beach are White / Caucasian (3,804 | 89.3%), Hispanic or Latino (251 | 5.9%), and Black / African American (186 | 4.4%).
Race in Highland Beach
Race# Population% Population
Asian641.5%
Black / African American1864.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2515.9%
Native / Alaskan150.4%
White / Caucasian3,80489.3%
Two or more Races380.9%
Some other Race1543.6%
Total4,261100.0%

Ancestry in Highland Beach

The most populous ancestries reported in Highland Beach are Italian (511 | 12.0%), German (500 | 11.7%), Irish (496 | 11.6%), Russian (463 | 10.9%), and American (269 | 6.3%), together accounting for 52.5% of all Highland Beach residents.
Ancestry in Highland Beach
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2696.3%
Arab541.3%
Armenian130.3%
Australian80.2%
Austrian541.3%
Brazilian120.3%
British220.5%
Burmese200.5%
Canadian210.5%
Central American100.2%
Colombian130.3%
Croatian601.4%
Czech100.2%
Czechoslovakian190.4%
Dutch100.2%
Eastern European791.8%
Ecuadorian240.6%
Egyptian90.2%
English2485.8%
European1694.0%
French1904.5%
French Canadian300.7%
German50011.7%
Greek110.3%
Haitian290.7%
Hungarian390.9%
Icelander220.5%
Indian (Asian)100.2%
Irish49611.6%
Israeli110.3%
Italian51112.0%
Latvian120.3%
Lebanese320.7%
Lithuanian421.0%
Mexican631.5%
Norwegian180.4%
Panamanian100.2%
Peruvian70.2%
Polish2104.9%
Portuguese220.5%
Puerto Rican380.9%
Romanian1493.5%
Russian46310.9%
Scandinavian100.2%
Scotch-Irish180.4%
Scottish200.5%
South American1323.1%
Spaniard80.2%
Sri Lankan431.0%
Swedish150.4%
Syrian130.3%
Thai140.3%
Ukrainian340.8%
Venezuelan882.1%
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Immigrants in Highland Beach

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Highland Beach came from Europe (287 | 6.7%), Latin America (221 | 5.2%), South America (192 | 4.5%), Eastern Europe (136 | 3.2%), and Venezuela (96 | 2.2%), together accounting for 21.9% of all Highland Beach residents.
Immigrants in Highland Beach
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa90.2%
Asia491.1%
Australia80.2%
Austria120.3%
Brazil461.1%
Canada731.7%
Caribbean290.7%
Colombia260.6%
Croatia250.6%
Eastern Asia20.1%
Eastern Europe1363.2%
Ecuador240.6%
Egypt90.2%
England110.3%
Europe2876.7%
France250.6%
Germany240.6%
Haiti290.7%
India140.3%
Ireland80.2%
Israel130.3%
Italy350.8%
Korea20.1%
Latin America2215.2%
Northern Africa90.2%
Northern Europe551.3%
Oceania80.2%
Poland110.3%
Romania320.7%
Russia360.8%
South America1924.5%
South Central Asia140.3%
South Eastern Asia200.5%
Southern Europe350.8%
Venezuela962.2%
Vietnam200.5%
Western Asia130.3%
Western Europe611.4%
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Sex and Age in Highland Beach

Sex and Age in Highland Beach

The most populous age groups in Highland Beach are 80 to 84 Years (405 | 19.4%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (336 | 15.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)30 (1.4%)
15 to 19 Years10 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years13 (0.6%)130 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years77 (3.7%)52 (2.4%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.5%)
35 to 39 Years0 (0.0%)10 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Years43 (2.1%)28 (1.3%)
45 to 49 Years69 (3.3%)96 (4.4%)
50 to 54 Years110 (5.3%)155 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years154 (7.4%)162 (7.5%)
60 to 64 Years237 (11.4%)172 (7.9%)
65 to 69 Years294 (14.1%)237 (10.9%)
70 to 74 Years288 (13.8%)336 (15.5%)
75 to 79 Years192 (9.2%)306 (14.1%)
80 to 84 Years405 (19.4%)230 (10.6%)
85 Years and over196 (9.4%)218 (10.0%)
Total2,088 (100.0%)2,173 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Highland Beach

Median Family Size in Highland Beach

The median family size in Highland Beach is 2.24 persons per family, with single male/father families (61 | 4.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.85 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (1,292 | 89.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.15 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Highland Beach
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,292 (89.3%)2.15
Single Male/Father61 (4.2%)3.85
Single Female/Mother93 (6.4%)2.38
Total Families1,446 (100.0%)2.24

Median Household Size in Highland Beach

The median household size in Highland Beach is 1.83 persons per household, with single male/father households (61 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.85 persons per household. non-family households (879 | 37.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Highland Beach
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,292 (55.6%)2.18
Single Male/Father61 (2.6%)3.85
Single Female/Mother93 (4.0%)2.38
Non-family879 (37.8%)1.13
Total Households2,325 (100.0%)1.83

Household Size by Marriage Status in Highland Beach

Out of a total of 2,325 households in Highland Beach, 1,446 (62.2%) are family households, while 879 (37.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,216, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 767.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Highland Beach
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-767 (33.0%)
2-Person Households1,216 (52.3%)112 (4.8%)
3-Person Households184 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households46 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,446 (62.2%)879 (37.8%)

Female Fertility in Highland Beach

Fertility by Age in Highland Beach

Female Fertility by Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Highland Beach

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Highland Beach
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Highland Beach

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Highland Beach
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Highland Beach

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Highland Beach
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Highland Beach

Income Overview in Highland Beach

Per Capita Income in Highland Beach is $144,249, while median incomes of families and households are $152,500 and $140,045 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,261$144,249
Median Family Income1,446$152,500
Mean Family Income1,446$294,960
Median Household Income2,325$140,045
Mean Household Income2,325$262,728
Income Deficit1,446$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,26160.59%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,26139.41¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,2610.57

Earnings by Sex in Highland Beach

Average Earnings in Highland Beach are $55,852, $114,375 for men and $45,071 for women, a difference of 60.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Highland Beach
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male837 (55.6%)$114,375
Female668 (44.4%)$45,071
Total1,505 (100.0%)$55,852

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Highland Beach

The most common earnings brackets in Highland Beach are $100,000+ for men (459 | 54.8%) and $100,000+ for women (137 | 20.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Highland Beach
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less21 (2.5%)33 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)19 (2.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49965 (7.8%)71 (10.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)64 (9.6%)
$12,500 to $14,99910 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)38 (5.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99921 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99960 (7.2%)37 (5.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99923 (2.8%)23 (3.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99938 (4.5%)20 (3.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (2.9%)28 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99913 (1.5%)52 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99913 (1.5%)72 (10.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99911 (1.3%)11 (1.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99928 (3.4%)11 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99951 (6.1%)52 (7.8%)
$100,000+459 (54.8%)137 (20.5%)
Total837 (100.0%)668 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Highland Beach

Average earnings in Highland Beach are $117,955 for men and $46,929 for women, a difference of 60.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $197,750, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $106,420. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,179, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $40,893.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Highland Beach
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$106,420$46,179
Graduate Degree$197,750$0
Total$117,955$46,929

Family Income in Highland Beach

Family Income Brackets in Highland Beach

According to the Highland Beach family income data, there are 531 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Highland Beach
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000171.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99990.6%
$25,000 to $34,999120.8%
$35,000 to $49,999332.3%
$50,000 to $74,9991168.0%
$75,000 to $99,999976.7%
$100,000 to $149,99943830.3%
$150,000 to $199,99919213.3%
$200,000+53136.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Highland Beach

3-person families (154 | 10.6%) account for the highest median family income in Highland Beach with $180,750 per family, while 2-person families (1,246 | 86.2%) have the highest median income of $71,072 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Highland Beach
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,246 (86.2%)$142,143
3-Person Families154 (10.6%)$180,750
4-Person Families46 (3.2%)$178,295
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,446 (100.0%)$152,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in Highland Beach

The median family income in Highland Beach is $152,500, with families comprising 2 earners (286) having the highest median family income of $250,001, while families with no earners (733) have the lowest median family income of $134,158, accounting for 19.8% and 50.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Highland Beach
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners733 (50.7%)$134,158
1 Earner369 (25.5%)$148,012
2 Earners286 (19.8%)$250,001
3+ Earners58 (4.0%)$178,977
Total1,446 (100.0%)$152,500

Household Income in Highland Beach

Household Income Brackets in Highland Beach

With 728 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Highland Beach, accounting for 31.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Highland Beach
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000793.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999723.1%
$25,000 to $34,999934.0%
$35,000 to $49,999773.3%
$50,000 to $74,9991868.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991868.0%
$100,000 to $149,99959525.6%
$150,000 to $199,99930713.2%
$200,000+72831.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Highland Beach

The median household income in Highland Beach is $140,045, with the highest median household income of $170,000 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 596 households (25.6%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Highland Beach
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years7 (0.3%)$0
45 to 64 Years596 (25.6%)$170,000
65+ Years1,722 (74.1%)$136,100
Total2,325 (100.0%)$140,045

Poverty in Highland Beach

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Highland Beach

With 1.8% poverty level for males and 6.6% for females among the residents of Highland Beach, 45 to 54 year old males and 25 to 34 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 7 males (3.9%) and 18 females (28.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)16 (12.3%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (28.6%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years7 (3.9%)22 (8.8%)
55 to 64 Years11 (2.8%)22 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years20 (3.4%)31 (5.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)35 (4.6%)
Total38 (1.8%)144 (6.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Highland Beach

According to the poverty statistics in Highland Beach, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (100.0%)114 (87.7%)
25 to 34 Years77 (100.0%)45 (71.4%)
35 to 44 Years43 (100.0%)38 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years172 (96.1%)229 (91.2%)
55 to 64 Years380 (97.2%)312 (93.4%)
65 to 74 Years562 (96.6%)542 (94.6%)
75 Years and over793 (100.0%)719 (95.4%)
Total2,050 (98.2%)2,029 (93.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Highland Beach

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Highland Beach show that 1.4% or 18 of the total 1,292 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.4%, comprising of 18 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Highland Beach
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,231 (98.6%)18 (1.4%)
1 or 2 Children43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,274 (98.6%)18 (1.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Highland Beach

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Highland Beach
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Highland Beach

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Highland Beach
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children18 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Highland Beach

Employment by Class of Employer in Highland Beach

Among the 1,121 employed individuals in Highland Beach, private company employees (676 | 60.3%), self-employed (incorporated) (182 | 16.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (133 | 11.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Highland Beach
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees67660.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)18216.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)13311.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations635.6%
Local Government Employees443.9%
State Government Employees131.2%
Federal Government Employees100.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,121100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Highland Beach

According to the labor force statistics for Highland Beach, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,231), 29.2% or 1,235 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 59 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 82.7% or 67 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 35.5% or 27 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years76 (53.1%)27 (35.5%)
25 to 29 Years34 (26.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years67 (82.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years240 (55.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years243 (76.9%)11 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years154 (37.7%)21 (13.6%)
65 to 74 Years311 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over110 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,235 (29.2%)59 (4.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Highland Beach

According to labor force statistics for Highland Beach, 53.6% of individuals (738) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,376) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 32 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 55.7% or 608 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.1% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Highland Beach
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma78 (54.5%)20 (14.1%)
College / Associate Degree52 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher608 (55.7%)38 (3.5%)
Total738 (53.6%)59 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Highland Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Highland Beach are Management (395 | 33.6%), Community & Social Service (195 | 16.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (81 | 6.9%), Legal Services & Support (75 | 6.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (64 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Highland Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Highland Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (93.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (84.4%), Health Technologists (84.4%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (78.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Highland Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Management248 (62.8%)147 (37.2%)
Business & Financial32 (53.3%)28 (46.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science75 (92.6%)6 (7.4%)
Computers & Mathematics14 (70.0%)6 (30.0%)
Architecture & Engineering48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 97 (49.7%)98 (50.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support70 (93.3%)5 (6.7%)
Education Instruction & Library14 (23.0%)47 (77.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment13 (22.0%)46 (78.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating10 (15.6%)54 (84.4%)
Health Technologists10 (15.6%)54 (84.4%)
Total (Category)462 (58.1%)333 (41.9%)
Total (Overall)621 (52.8%)555 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Highland Beach are Healthcare Support (29 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (11 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations in Highland Beach

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Highland Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)29 (72.5%)11 (27.5%)
Total (Overall)621 (52.8%)555 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Highland Beach are Sales & Related (198 | 16.8%), and Office & Administration (106 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Highland Beach

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Highland Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related80 (40.4%)118 (59.6%)
Office & Administration13 (12.3%)93 (87.7%)
Total (Category)93 (30.6%)211 (69.4%)
Total (Overall)621 (52.8%)555 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Highland Beach are , and Construction & Extraction (14 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Highland Beach

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Highland Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)621 (52.8%)555 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Highland Beach are , and Material Moving (23 | 2.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Highland Beach

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Highland Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)621 (52.8%)555 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Highland Beach

Employment Industries in Highland Beach

The major employment industries in Highland Beach include Retail Trade (205 | 17.4%), Professional & Scientific (188 | 16.0%), Manufacturing (99 | 8.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (96 | 8.2%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (90 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Highland Beach

Employment Industries by Sex in Highland Beach

The Highland Beach industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (75.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Highland Beach
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing71 (71.7%)28 (28.3%)
Wholesale Trade44 (63.8%)25 (36.2%)
Retail Trade76 (37.1%)129 (62.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance22 (59.5%)15 (40.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing22 (24.4%)68 (75.6%)
Professional & Scientific145 (77.1%)43 (22.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support47 (64.4%)26 (35.6%)
Educational Services40 (46.0%)47 (54.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance23 (24.0%)73 (76.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total621 (52.8%)555 (47.2%)

Education in Highland Beach

School Enrollment in Highland Beach

The most common levels of schooling among the 207 students in Highland Beach are college / undergraduate (108 | 52.2%), graduate / professional (59 | 28.5%), and middle school (30 | 14.5%).
School Enrollment in Highland Beach
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School3014.5%
High School104.8%
College / Undergraduate10852.2%
Graduate / Professional5928.5%
Total207100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Highland Beach

Out of a total of 207 students who are enrolled in schools in Highland Beach, 106 (51.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 101 (48.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 85 (76.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 30 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Highland Beach
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds26 (23.4%)85 (76.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over28 (57.1%)21 (42.9%)
Total101 (48.8%)106 (51.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Highland Beach

Business (616 | 19.4%), education (561 | 17.6%), science & technology (275 | 8.6%), engineering (247 | 7.8%), and physical & health sciences (217 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 3,182 individuals in Highland Beach who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Highland Beach
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics501.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1434.5%
Physical & Health Sciences2176.8%
Psychology1745.5%
Social Sciences1986.2%
Engineering2477.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies100.3%
Science & Technology2758.6%
Business61619.4%
Education56117.6%
Literature & Languages912.9%
Liberal Arts & History1554.9%
Visual & Performing Arts1574.9%
Communications1294.1%
Arts & Humanities1595.0%
Total3,182100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Highland Beach

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Highland Beach

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Highland Beach are males with 2 vehicles (254, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (260, making up 50.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Highland Beach
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle249 (40.1%)115 (23.0%)
2 Vehicles254 (40.9%)260 (52.0%)
3 Vehicles66 (10.6%)44 (8.8%)
4 Vehicles22 (3.5%)54 (10.8%)
5 or more Vehicles30 (4.8%)27 (5.4%)
Total621 (100.0%)500 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Highland Beach

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Highland Beach are 15 to 19 minutes (314 commuters, 44.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (90 commuters, 12.9%), and 45 to 59 minutes (62 commuters, 8.9%).
Commute Time in Highland Beach
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes395.6%
5 to 9 Minutes263.7%
10 to 14 Minutes405.7%
15 to 19 Minutes31444.9%
20 to 24 Minutes9012.9%
25 to 29 Minutes365.1%
30 to 34 Minutes213.0%
35 to 39 Minutes273.9%
40 to 44 Minutes101.4%
45 to 59 Minutes628.9%
60 to 89 Minutes344.9%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Highland Beach

The most common commute times in Highland Beach are 15 to 19 minutes (136 commuters, 37.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (178 commuters, 52.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Highland Beach
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (2.2%)31 (9.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes10 (2.8%)16 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes23 (6.4%)17 (5.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes136 (37.7%)178 (52.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes55 (15.2%)35 (10.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes36 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes0 (0.0%)21 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes22 (6.1%)5 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes27 (7.5%)35 (10.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes34 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Highland Beach

The most frequent times of departure to work in Highland Beach are 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (110, 30.5%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (131, 38.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Highland Beach
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM13 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM11 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)52 (15.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM8 (2.2%)16 (4.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM45 (12.5%)55 (16.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM66 (18.3%)31 (9.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM110 (30.5%)19 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM86 (23.8%)131 (38.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM22 (6.1%)20 (5.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)14 (4.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total361 (100.0%)338 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Highland Beach

Occupancy by Ownership in Highland Beach

Of the total 2,325 dwellings in Highland Beach, owner-occupied units account for 2,201 (94.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 124 (5.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Highland Beach
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,20194.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1245.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,325100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Highland Beach

Occupancy by Household Size in Highland Beach
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household76733.0%
2-Person Household1,32857.1%
3-Person Household1847.9%
4+ Person Household462.0%
Total Housing Units2,325100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Highland Beach

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Highland Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household721 (94.0%)46 (6.0%)
2-Person Household1,250 (94.1%)78 (5.9%)
3-Person Household184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units2,201 (94.7%)124 (5.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Highland Beach

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Highland Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma109 (94.0%)7 (6.0%)
College/Associate Degree308 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,735 (93.7%)117 (6.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Highland Beach

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Highland Beach
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years70.3%
35 to 44 Years00.0%
45 to 54 Years23610.2%
55 to 64 Years36015.5%
65 to 74 Years69629.9%
75 to 84 Years77233.2%
85 Years and Over25410.9%
Total2,325100.0%

Housing Finances in Highland Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Highland Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Highland Beach
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,201 (94.7%)$141,027
Renter-Occupied124 (5.3%)$0
Average2,325 (100.0%)$140,045

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Highland Beach

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Highland Beach
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00049 (2.2%)7 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99923 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99973 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99994 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99976 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999171 (7.8%)15 (12.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999173 (7.9%)14 (11.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999559 (25.4%)37 (29.8%)
$150,000 or more983 (44.7%)51 (41.1%)
Total2,201 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Highland Beach

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Highland Beach
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30044 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49969 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799113 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99994 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499397 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999330 (15.0%)8 (6.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499234 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999170 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more750 (34.1%)102 (82.3%)
Total2,201 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Highland Beach

Housing Structures in Highland Beach

Housing Structures in Highland Beach
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached31613.6%
Single Unit, Attached2219.5%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments321.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments1,75675.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,325100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Highland Beach

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Highland Beach
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached316 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Single Unit, Attached221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments1,632 (92.9%)124 (7.1%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,201 (94.7%)124 (5.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Highland Beach

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Highland Beach
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)37 (29.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms249 (11.3%)7 (5.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,186 (53.9%)62 (50.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms532 (24.2%)18 (14.5%)
8 or more Rooms234 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,201 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Highland Beach

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Highland Beach
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas89 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity2,073 (94.2%)124 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used39 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,201 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Highland Beach

Household Vehicle Usage in Highland Beach
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle32 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle960 (43.6%)68 (54.8%)
2 Vehicles1,050 (47.7%)56 (45.2%)
3 or more Vehicles159 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,201 (100.0%)124 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Highland Beach

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Highland Beach

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,536665
Median Property Value$638,200$922,800
Median Household Income$142,054$321
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$517
Real Estate Taxes$6,379$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Highland Beach

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Highland Beach
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00036 (2.3%)13 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999150 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999342 (22.3%)75 (11.3%)
$500,000 to $749,999434 (28.3%)183 (27.5%)
$750,000 to $999,999120 (7.8%)89 (13.4%)
$1,000,000 or more454 (29.6%)305 (45.9%)
Total1,536 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Highland Beach

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Highland Beach
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00072 (4.7%)52 (7.8%)
$10,000 to $24,99960 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99994 (6.1%)13 (1.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99958 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (5.7%)18 (2.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999164 (10.7%)84 (12.6%)
$100,000 to $149,999339 (22.1%)9 (1.3%)
$150,000 or more662 (43.1%)220 (33.1%)
Total1,536 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Highland Beach

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Highland Beach
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x321 (20.9%)138,850 (20,879.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x264 (17.2%)72 (10.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x79 (5.1%)85 (12.8%)
4.0x or more849 (55.3%)25 (3.8%)
Total1,536 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Highland Beach

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Highland Beach
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80052 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49944 (2.9%)13 (1.9%)
$800 to $1,4991,434 (93.4%)12 (1.8%)
Total1,536 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Highland Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Highland Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years30 (75.0%)10 (25.0%)
19 to 25 Years230 (88.1%)31 (11.9%)
26 to 34 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years67 (82.7%)14 (17.3%)
45 to 54 Years390 (90.7%)40 (9.3%)
55 to 64 Years686 (94.6%)39 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,155 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,547 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,127 (96.9%)134 (3.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Highland Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Highland Beach
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen30 (75.0%)10 (25.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen230 (88.1%)31 (11.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Highland Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Highland Beach
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999223 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999270 (87.1%)40 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999288 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over3,141 (97.1%)94 (2.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Highland Beach

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)30 (75.0%)
19 to 25 Years54 (20.7%)176 (67.4%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)67 (82.7%)
45 to 54 Years43 (10.0%)357 (83.0%)
55 to 64 Years10 (1.4%)686 (94.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,119 (96.9%)763 (66.1%)
75 Years and over1,531 (99.0%)1,071 (69.2%)
Total2,757 (64.7%)3,172 (74.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Highland Beach

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Highland Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years33 (5.4%)10 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years78 (13.4%)58 (10.1%)
75 Years and over187 (23.6%)298 (39.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Highland Beach

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Highland Beach: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (4.6%)47 (8.2%)
75 Years and over72 (9.1%)99 (13.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Highland Beach: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (2.1%)
75 Years and over8 (1.0%)25 (3.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Highland Beach: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over30 (3.8%)64 (8.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Highland Beach: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (6.4%)9 (1.6%)
75 Years and over146 (18.4%)176 (23.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Highland Beach: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years14 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over73 (9.2%)79 (10.5%)

Technology Access in Highland Beach

Computing Device Access in Highland Beach

Computing Device Access in Highland Beach
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,11991.1%
Smartphone2,05488.3%
Tablet1,78676.8%
No Computing Device321.4%
Total2,325100.0%

Internet Access in Highland Beach

Internet Access in Highland Beach
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,91482.3%
Cellular Data Only1024.4%
Satellite Internet1928.3%
No Internet26811.5%
Total2,325100.0%

Highland Beach Summary

Highland Beach is a town located in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean, between Boca Raton and Delray Beach. The population was 4,918 at the 2010 census.

History

Highland Beach was founded in 1921 by Carl G. Fisher, a real estate developer from Indiana. Fisher had purchased the land from the Hillsboro Land Company, which had acquired it from the Hillsboro Inlet Company. Fisher named the town after the high sand dunes that lined the beach.
In the early 1920s, Fisher began to develop the town, building a hotel, a casino, and a golf course. He also built a bridge connecting the town to the mainland. The bridge was destroyed by a hurricane in 1926, but was rebuilt in 1929.
In the 1930s, the town began to attract wealthy vacationers from the Midwest and Northeast. The town was incorporated in 1949, and the population grew steadily throughout the 1950s and 1960s.

Geography

Highland Beach is located at 26°24′N 80°3′W (26.40, -80.05). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), of which 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) (25.00%) is water.

Economy

Highland Beach is a residential community, with no major industries or businesses. The town is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 4,918 people, 2,521 households, and 1,541 families residing in the town. The population density was 5,541.2 people per square mile (2,139.7/km2). There were 3,072 housing units at an average density of 3,521.2 per square mile (1,355.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.45% White, 0.61% African American, 0.12% Native American, 0.94% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.20% from other races, and 0.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.45% of the population.
There were 2,521 households, out of which 11.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.37.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 10.2% under the age of 18, 2.3% from 18 to 24, 16.2% from 25 to 44, 33.2% from 45 to 64, and 38.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 62 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.7 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $68,958, and the median income for a family was $87,917. Males had a median income of $60,000 versus $41,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $62,945. About 2.2% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Highland Beach?
Total Population of Highland Beach is 4,261.
What is the Total Male Population of Highland Beach?
Total Male Population of Highland Beach is 2,088.
What is the Total Female Population of Highland Beach?
Total Female Population of Highland Beach is 2,173.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Highland Beach?
There are 96.09 Males per 100 Females in Highland Beach.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Highland Beach?
There are 104.07 Females per 100 Males in Highland Beach.
What is the Median Population Age in Highland Beach?
Median Population Age in Highland Beach is 70.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Highland Beach
Average Family Size in Highland Beach is 2.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Highland Beach
Average Household Size in Highland Beach is 1.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Highland Beach?
Per Capita income in Highland Beach is $144,249.
What is the Median Family Income in Highland Beach?
Median Family Income in Highland Beach is $152,500.
What is the Median Household income in Highland Beach?
Median Household Income in Highland Beach is $140,045.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Highland Beach?
Income or Wage Gap in Highland Beach is 60.6%.
Women in Highland Beach earn 39.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Highland Beach?
Inequality or Gini Index in Highland Beach is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Highland Beach?
There are 1,235 People in the Labor Forcein in Highland Beach.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Highland Beach?
29.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Highland Beach.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Highland Beach?
Unemployment Rate in Highland Beach is 4.8%.