Southern Highlands is a dense Las Vegas neighborhood with an estimated population of 26,470 across 9,523 households and a population density of about 9,280 people per square mile, higher than the citywide density (about 3,516). Housing is largely owner-occupied (70% owner vs 30% renter) with relatively spacious dwellings averaging 6 rooms, and vacancy is estimated at 5%. Day to day travel is car-focused, with most commuters driving alone (37%) or as drivers (44%), and only 8% taking under 15 minutes. Nearby schools within the area include three Clark County elementary schools (grades PK-5) with pupil teacher ratios of 16 to 17, plus Tarkanian Lois and Jerry Middle School (grades 6-8) and Desert Oasis High School (grades 9-12) a little over a mile away, and commute times suggest many trips stay within 15 to 29 minutes.