Harris, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Harris is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 924. Residents earn $92,727 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
924 Population 46/sq mi density
$92,727 Median Income $39,041 per capita
$301,100 Home Value $393,871 Zillow
$777 Median Rent 13.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$92,727 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$301,100 home value, $777/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,727
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,100
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population924
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,727
Per Capita$39,041
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$2,242M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,100
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$393,871
Rent Burden13.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation920 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute45 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries5

Is Harris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harris receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $92,727, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harris is $301,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $777 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Harris has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Harris has a population of 924 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

924
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
20.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Harris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harris is $92,727, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Harris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,727
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,041
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$84,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,401
County GDP$2,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare155
Retail158
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.8 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Harris is $301,100, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $393,871.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,100
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$393,871
Median List Price$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,000
$/Sq Ft$138
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$777
33% below US avg
Rent Burden13.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Harris, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death5,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

Crime Rates: Harris vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Harris has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation920 ft (280 m)
Area20.0 sq mi (51.7 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates45.5978°N, 92.9886°W
County FIPS27025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area20.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants93
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.8 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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