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Highland Haven, Texas
Burnet County HighlandHaven.svg
Country United States
State Texas
County Burnet
Area
 • Total 0.54 sq mi (1.41 km2)
 • Land 0.44 sq mi (1.14 km2)
 • Water 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2)
Elevation
846 ft (258 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 418
 • Density 774/sq mi (296.5/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
78654
Area code(s) 830
FIPS code 48-33794
GNIS feature ID 2410761

Highland Haven is a small city in Burnet County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, the city had a population of 418 people. It is known for its peaceful location by a large lake.

Where is Highland Haven Located?

Highland Haven is found in the southwestern part of Burnet County. It sits right on the eastern shore of Lake Lyndon B. Johnson. This lake is a popular spot for water activities.

The city is about 18 miles (29 kilometers) southwest of Burnet, which is the main town of the county. It's also about 57 miles (92 kilometers) northwest of downtown Austin, a much larger city in Texas.

Land and Water Area

According to the United States Census Bureau, Highland Haven covers a total area of about 0.54 square miles (1.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 0.44 square miles (1.1 square kilometers). The rest, about 0.10 square miles (0.27 square kilometers), is water. This water area makes up nearly 20% of the city's total size, thanks to its location on Lake Lyndon B. Johnson.

How Many People Live Here?

The population of Highland Haven has changed a bit over the years.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2000 450
2010 431 −4.2%
2020 418 −3.0%
U.S. Decennial Census
2020 Census

In the year 2000, there were 450 people living in Highland Haven. By 2010, the number had slightly decreased to 431. The most recent count in 2020 showed the population was 418 people.

Most households in Highland Haven are made up of married couples. Many residents are older adults, with a large portion of the population being 65 years of age or older.

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