Highland, MI is a small city located in Oakland County with a population of around 11,000 people. Although relatively small in size, Highland offers many transportation options for its residents and visitors. The city has easy access to major highways such as I-75 and M-59, allowing for convenient travel to nearby cities like Detroit and Flint. Additionally, the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) provides service to Highland from Detroit’s metropolitan area. Residents can take advantage of the SMART bus system which runs through Highland on weekdays and Saturdays. The city also has several taxi services available that offer rides within a 10 mile radius. For those looking for an alternative option, Uber is available as well. With an array of transportation choices, Highland is easily accessible and ready for exploration.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Highland takes 18.2 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Highland get to work:
- 79.4% drive their own car alone
- 10.4% carpool with others
- 5.4% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit