Harrisburg, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Saline County County
Harrisburg, IL
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 $48,488 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,786. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 503 business establishments, including 46 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harrisburg is $84,800 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $93,781. Median rent is $717/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Harrisburg reports 166 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 525/100K.
Education
20.1% of adults in Harrisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 84.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harrisburg has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches.