Highland
City in Sharp County, Arkansas

Highland is a city in Sharp County, Arkansas, with 982 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 610 ft (186 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Cherokee Village, 3.2 miles NW.
- 982residents (2020 Census)
- 610 ftelevation · 186 m
- 8.7 sq miland area · 22.6 km²
- 112 / sq mipopulation density
- 72529ZIP code
About Highland
Highland is a city in Sharp County, Arkansas, United States. The city was incorporated in 1998 and is located in Sharp County. It is the fourth largest city in Sharp County with an estimated population of 1,047 in 2024.
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Living in Highland
- Median household income
- $49,063
- Median home value
- $104,400
- Median rent
- $817/mo
- Median age
- 41.4
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Highland had 982 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 982 |
|---|---|
| Density | 112 per sq mi (43 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Highland at a glance
| State | Arkansas (AR) |
|---|---|
| County | Sharp County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 982 (2020) |
| Land area | 8.74 sq mi (22.6 km²) |
| Water area | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km²) |
| Elevation | 610 ft (186 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.2694° N, 91.5198° W |
| ZIP code | 72529 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0532257 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Highland
- Cherokee Village3.2 mi NW
- Hardy4.1 mi NE
- Ash Flat5.3 mi SW
- Ozark Acres7.7 mi E
- Williford9.0 mi E
- Horseshoe Bend12.7 mi W
- Evening Shade14.9 mi S
- Ravenden15.1 mi E
- Franklin15.4 mi SW
- Mammoth Spring15.5 mi N
- Ravenden Springs16.8 mi E
- Thayer, MO17.5 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Highland
What county is Highland in?
Highland is in Sharp County, Arkansas.
What is the population of Highland, AR?
982 people lived in Highland at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Highland, AR?
The ZIP code of Highland is 72529.
What is the elevation of Highland?
610 feet (186 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Highland?
Cherokee Village (3.2 mi), Hardy (4.1 mi), Ash Flat (5.3 mi), Ozark Acres (7.7 mi), Williford (9.0 mi).
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