Statistics & Facts
The population of Highland is approximately 10,070 (2002).
The approximate number of families is 1,015 (1990).
The amount of land area in Highland is 17.154 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 0 sq kilometers.
The distance from Highland to Washington DC is 1911 miles. The distance to the Utah state capital is 30 miles. (as the crow flies) Highland is positioned 40.42 degrees north of the equator and 111.78 degrees west of the prime meridian.

Location
Highland location: On a high bench between American Fork, Lehi and Alpine

Climate & Weather
The climate for Highland is Moderate. There are approximately 10 to 20 inches of snow each year with much more in the mountain areas.
Highland average annual rainfall is 16 inches per year
Highland average temperature is (January) 21 (July) 83 degrees F.

Highland history
Named for the Scottish Highlands, this area has become one of Utah's fastest growing communities. It began as a small 15 family settlement. Highland was settled in 1853. It was finally officially incorporated as a city on July 13, 1977.  The settling of Highland: 1853.  The incorporation date of Highland: July 13, 1977