Median Income
$57,778
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$316,600
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,279
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.0%
3% lower than US avg
How Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,154
Median Age69.5 yrs
Density1,122/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,778
Per Capita$44,313
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$964M
Commute15 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$316,600
Rent$1,279
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain78.0 in/yr
Elevation109 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+91.0%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute15 min
Libraries5
Is Harbor a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Harbor receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Harbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Harbor is $57,778, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Harbor is $316,600, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,279 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Harbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 78.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Harbor has a population of 2,154 with a density of 1,122 people per square mile. The median age is 69.5 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 5% Hispanic.
Population
69.5yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| 58% below US avg |
The median household income in Harbor is $57,778, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,778 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $44,313 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $953 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,752 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 920 |
| County GDP | $964M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 122 |
| Healthcare | 89 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,784 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.5 min |
| Work from Home | 9.1% |
The median home value in Harbor is $316,600, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,279 (10% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $316,600 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $520,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $520,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $428 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,279 |
| 10% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,784 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.20% |
In Harbor, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 13.0% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 29.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,473/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 89 |
Crime Rates: Harbor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Harbor has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 78.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 78.0 inches |
| 105% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 109 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0367°N, 124.2520°W |
| County FIPS | 41015 |