The Highlands, Kansas

About The Highlands

The Highlands is a tiny community in central Kansas with an estimated population of 349.

Officially, The Highlands is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.02 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 342 residents per square mile.

📰 The Highlands News Today

• Jill Nicole McLaughlin Obituary (1979 - 2026) - El Dorado, KS - Butler County Times Gazette Legacy obituary · Aug 13
• Betty Ann Rumsey Obituary Jun 26, 2026 Elliott Mortuary & Crematory · Jul 1
• OUTLANDER IN CONCERT: ECHOES THROUGH THE HIGHLANDS World Tour Dates Unveiled BroadwayWorld · Mar 24
• Kansas' Hidden Gem In The Ozarks Is A Scenic State Park With Camping, Hiking, And Water Activities islands.com · Jul 4
• From Rejuvenating Spas to Family Fun, These Midwest Resorts Have it All—See Our Top Picks midwestliving.com · Mar 17

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What Makes The Highlands Unique

• The only place in America named The Highlands — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• Part of the fabric of Kansas — one of 740 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

• A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.

⚡ Quick Facts

🗺️ Map of The Highlands

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