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Harris, ON

Ontario

Harris is a small town in Ontario with a population of 530. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
530 Population 28/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $68,800 per capita
$452,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 277 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$452,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $452,000
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population530
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$68,800
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty8.8%
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$452,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units220
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+26.1%
Graduate+4.6%

Community

Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%

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 above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. 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 $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Harris among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harris is $452,000, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 26.1% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Harris has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Harris has a population of 530 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

530
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
19.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Harris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.0%
16% below US avg
Spanish29.3%
118% above US avg
Other Languages4.7%

Social Characteristics

Harris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harris is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Harris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,800

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Harris is $452,000, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$452,000
60% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied11.4%
Housing Units220

Property Tax

In Harris, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Harris has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. The area enjoys 277 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.8°F
32% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area19.2 sq mi (49.8 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates47.5263°N, 79.5805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+26.1%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area19.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

Nearby Cities

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