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Highland, New York, in Ulster county, is 34 miles NW of Danbury, Connecticut (center to center) and 67 miles N of New York, New York. The town has a population of 5,060.
In Highland, about 46% of adults are married.
The government tells us that Highland features an unusually large number of women. People 65 and older make up an important part of the community in the town.
In 2000, Highland had a median family income of $60,938.
In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Highland residents, with $500. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
In Highland, 57% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. Landlords in the town rent a large number of single bedroom units.
In Highland, 92% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Highland to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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| Racial Diversity | | |
| Children Under 5 Years Old |  |  |
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| Working at Home | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
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