Highlands County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 87,366 people, with a population density of about 84.90 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 1,029.00 square miles (2,665.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Sebring, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Sebring.
Geographically, Highlands County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Avon Park 149 ft and its lowest point at Placid Lakes 130 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.