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Harris, IA

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Harris is a small town in Iowa with a population of 191. Residents earn $51,517 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
191 Population 191/sq mi density
$51,517 Median Income $42,936 per capita
$71,700 Home Value $204,836 Zillow
$946 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,517 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,700 home value, $946/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,517
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,700
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $946
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,517
Per Capita$42,936
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$602M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,700
Rent$946
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,836
Housing Units144
Rent Burden22.4%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking18.6%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,543 ft (470 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+39.4%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute12 min
Broadband96.3%
Libraries4

Is Harris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harris receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Harris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harris is $51,517, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harris is $71,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Harris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 41.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Harris has a population of 191 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.8%).

Population

191
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 78%
Female 22%

Race & Ethnicity

Harris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.1%
29% below US avg
Spanish43.9%
228% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Harris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harris is $51,517, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Harris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,517
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,936
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$70,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$602M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare16
Retail28
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.9 min
Drive Alone27.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harris is $71,700, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $946 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,836.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,700
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,836

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$946
19% below US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied29.1%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built2011

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Harris, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits63.4%
Premature Death8,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities16
Harris has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall41.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,543 ft (470 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates43.4451°N, 95.4372°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin. 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+39.4%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants8
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.9 min
Drive Alone27.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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