Where is Highland, Indiana, USA?

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Where is Highland Located? - Highland is a city located in the Adams County of Indiana, United States. Highland lies between 37.3281 Degrees North latitudes and 87.4989 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Highland, Indiana

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Where is Highland?: The Google Map showing the location of Highland in the U.S. state of Indiana.

Where is Highland Located?

Highland is a city located in the Lake County of Indiana, United States. Highland lies between 37.3281 Degrees North latitudes and 87.4989 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Highland city is 23984 people and the city has a total area of 6.98 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Highland, Indiana Quick Facts

Property Information
TownHighland
CountyLake County
StateIndiana
State CapitalIndianapolis
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude41.5536° N
Longitude87.4512° W
Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Land Area6.95 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area6.97 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)23,984 (2020 Census)
Population Density (per sq mi)3,450
ZIP Code46322
Area Code219
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code18-33484
Congressional DistrictIndiana's 1st Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Highland, Indiana

Category Information
Airport NameChicago Midway International Airport (nearest major airport)
IATA CodeMDW
PortPort of Indiana-Burns Harbor (regional)
Major HighwaysInterstate 80/94, Interstate 94, U.S. Route 41, Indiana State Road 55 (Indianapolis Boulevard)
Train/Commuter Rail ServiceSouth Shore Line (nearest stations at Hammond and East Chicago)
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGary Public Transportation Corporation (GPTC)
  • Interstate 80/94 provides direct access to Chicago, Gary, and Michigan City.
  • U.S. Route 41 is a major north-south highway connecting Highland with Hammond, Schererville, and Chicago.
  • Indiana State Road 55 (Indianapolis Boulevard) serves as the town's primary commercial corridor.
  • The nearby South Shore Line offers commuter rail service between South Bend and downtown Chicago.

Top Places to Visit in Highland, Indiana

Landmark Name Type
Wicker Memorial ParkRegional Park
Main Square ParkCommunity Park
Ernie Leavell ParkPark
Hoosier Prairie State Nature PreserveNature Preserve
Highland Grove Shopping CenterShopping Center
Centennial ParkRecreation Area
Dowling ParkCommunity Park
Indiana Dunes National ParkNational Park
South Shore Arts CenterArts Center
Lake County FairgroundsEvent Venue

Driving Distances from Highland, Indiana to Nearby Cities

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
HammondIndiana510 min
MunsterIndiana38 min
ScherervilleIndiana510 min
GriffithIndiana410 min
GaryIndiana1120 min
DyerIndiana715 min
Crown PointIndiana1120 min
East ChicagoIndiana1020 min
ValparaisoIndiana2835 min
ChicagoIllinois2840 min

Colleges and Universities in Highland, Indiana

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Purdue University Northwest – Hammond CampusPublicUniversityEngineering, business, nursing, and technology programs
Indiana University NorthwestPublicUniversityLiberal arts, health sciences, and education
Ivy Tech Community College – Lake County CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTechnical education and workforce development
Calumet College of St. JosephPrivateCollegeLiberal arts, business, and criminal justice
School Town of HighlandPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Highland, Indiana

Little Calumet River, Grand Calumet River, Lake George, Wolf Lake, Lake Michigan, Hart Ditch, Turkey Creek, Deep River.

Golf Courses in Highland, Indiana

Wicker Memorial Park Golf Course, Lost Marsh Golf Course, White Hawk Country Club, Innsbrook Country Club, Sandy Pines Golf Club.

Highland, Indiana — Key Historical Facts

  • Highland was first settled in the mid-nineteenth century by German immigrants who established farms and small businesses in the area.
  • The town officially incorporated in 1910 as transportation improvements and nearby industrial development encouraged steady population growth.
  • Its proximity to Chicago and the industrial centers of northwest Indiana transformed Highland into a thriving residential suburb during the twentieth century.
  • The development of Interstate 80/94 and major commercial corridors strengthened the town's economy and accessibility across the Chicago metropolitan region.
  • Today, Highland is recognized for its well-established neighborhoods, parks, community events, and convenient location within the greater Chicagoland area.

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