Apartments for rent in Highlands Ranch, CO

A medium-size city located in Colorado, Highlands Ranch has a population of slightly more than 104,000. Families with children will feel welcome, as kids aged 5-14 make up an above-average percentage of the community, while young professionals appear in smaller numbers. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just over 36, is younger than most cities in Colorado. Renters tend to be in the minority in Highlands Ranch, and 81% of residents own their homes. The average rent for Highlands Ranch is $535/month more than the state average.

Compared to the national average (7%), Highlands Ranch has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 13% have earned a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. In addition, 27% have a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. There are four primary industries in Highlands Ranch: scientific, retail, healthcare, and finance. Together, these industries make up 26% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in management, as 12% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any career path. With an average annual income of around $123K, Highlands Ranch workers earn about $43,000 more than the average Colorado resident. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

Highlands Ranch has an average commute time of about 28 minutes. Many residents (43%) commute to work by car or truck, while public transportation is not extensively used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.