Highlands, North Carolina
Highlands is a town in Macon County, North Carolina, with an estimated population of 1,110 in 2023. It sits at 35.0538, -83.1976 in the America/New_York time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Highlands |
| Type | town |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| County | Macon County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 1,110 |
| Land area | 6.25 sq mi (16.18 km²) |
| Coordinates | 35.0538, -83.1976 |
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| ZIP codes | 28741 |
This place also extends into Jackson County.
ZIP codes and area codes for Highlands
Highlands covers 1 ZIP code: 28741. Browse all ZIP codes in North Carolina for the full list.
Where is Highlands?
Highlands is located in North Carolina, in Macon County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Sky Valley 15 km · GADillard 19 km · GAFranklin 22 km · NCMountain City 22 km · GAForest Hills 27 km · NCClayton 27 km · GATiger 32 km · GAWebster 33 km · NC
Other places in Macon County
Frequently asked questions
What county is Highlands, NC in?
Highlands is in Macon County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Highlands, NC?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 1,110.
What time zone is Highlands in?
Highlands is in the America/New_York time zone.