Harrietta, MI

Michigan

Harrietta is a small town in Michigan with a population of 190. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
190 Population 192/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $19,463 per capita
$90,700 Home Value $195,305 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,700 home value, $683/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,700
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

How Harrietta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population190
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density192/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans15.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$19,463
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,700
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,305
Housing Units102
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking20.8%
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,111 ft (339 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+75.4%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute49 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries4

Is Harrietta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrietta receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Harrietta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrietta is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrietta is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrietta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 119.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Harrietta has a population of 190 with a density of 192 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

190
Total Population
192
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrietta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrietta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrietta is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Harrietta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,463
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)895
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail176
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.0 min
Drive Alone98.6%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrietta is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,305.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,305

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.14%
In Harrietta, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 31.7% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Harrietta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Harrietta has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall119.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,111 ft (339 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density192/sq mi
Coordinates44.3091°N, 85.7006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+75.4%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density192/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.0 min
Drive Alone98.6%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home0.0%

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