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Cost of living in Highlands Ranch summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Highlands Ranch. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Colorado. Key points include:
The cost of living in Highlands Ranch is 151 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Highlands Ranch is 1.5x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Highlands Ranch is $712,205.
The median income in Highlands Ranch is $159,307.
Highlands Ranch's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Highlands Ranch Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Highlands Ranch | Colorado | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 151 | 114 | 100 |
| Services | 106 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 106 | 107 | 100 |
| Health | 257 | 135 | 100 |
| Housing | 111 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 108 | 107 | 100 |
| Utilities | 105 | 107 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Highlands Ranch, CO Weather
The average high in Highlands Ranch is 63.2° and the average low is 34.3°.
There are 45.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 19.4 inches of precipitation each year with 73.6 inches of snow.
| Stat | Highlands Ranch |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 63.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 34.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 45.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 19.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 73.6 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Highlands Ranch Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Highlands Ranch
The current population in Highlands Ranch is 102,257. The population has increased 7.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 102,257 | 0.8% |
| 2023 | 101,437 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | 101,514 | -1.7% |
| 2021 | 103,238 | -3.5% |
| 2020 | 107,017 | 1.3% |
| 2019 | 105,631 | 0.5% |
| 2018 | 105,147 | -0.1% |
| 2017 | 105,264 | -1.2% |
| 2016 | 106,596 | 2.1% |
| 2015 | 104,432 | 3.0% |
| 2014 | 101,350 | 0.5% |
| 2013 | 100,875 | 1.9% |
| 2012 | 98,977 | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 98,225 | 3.3% |
| 2010 | 95,100 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Highlands Ranch
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Highlands Ranch is:
78.3% White with 80,083 White residents.
0.8% African American with 840 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 68 American Indian residents.
6.1% Asian with 6,263 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 17 Hawaiian residents.
0.6% Other with 623 Other residents.
4.5% Two Or More with 4,558 Two Or More residents.
9.6% Hispanic with 9,805 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Highlands Ranch | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 78.3% | 64.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.8% | 3.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 6.1% | 3.2% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.5% | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 9.6% | 22.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Highlands Ranch
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Highlands Ranch is 49.3% female with 50,397 female residents.
Highlands Ranch is 50.7% male with 51,860 male residents.
| Gender | Highlands Ranch | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 49.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Highlands Ranch for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed < 9th grade.
1.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed 9-12th grade.
9.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed high school / ged.
15.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed associate's degree.
41.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed bachelor's degree.
21.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed master's degree.
4.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Highlands Ranch completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Highlands Ranch | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 9.0% | 20.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 15.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 41.0% | 28.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 21.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 4.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Highlands Ranch, Colorado
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1.9% of households in Highlands Ranch earn Less than $10,000.
0.9% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $10,000 to $14,999.
1.9% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $15,000 to $24,999.
2.2% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.1% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $35,000 to $49,999.
8.0% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.7% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.9% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $100,000 to $149,999.
17.8% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $150,000 to $199,999.
35.6% of households in Highlands Ranch earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Highlands Ranch | CO | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.9% | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.9% | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1.9% | 4.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2.2% | 5.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.1% | 8.4% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 8.0% | 14.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.7% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.9% | 19.2% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 17.8% | 11.7% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 35.6% | 17.0% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
