Harrisburg, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Poinsett County County
Harrisburg, AR
At a Glance
How Harrisburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harrisburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harrisburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harrisburg residents earn a median household income of $52,077 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,531. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 455 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harrisburg is $112,700 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,374. Median rent is $792/month, with 29.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Harrisburg reports 453 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,995/100K.
Education
8.3% of adults in Harrisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 85.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harrisburg has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches.