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Harrisburg, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Harrisburg is a small town in Ohio with a population of 162.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
162 Population 1,013/sq mi density
$165,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population162
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density1,013/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$2,578M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$165,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units186
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity31.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.2%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation798 ft (243 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries3

Is Harrisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrisburg receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Harrisburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrisburg is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrisburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Harrisburg has a population of 162 with a density of 1,013 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

162
Total Population
1,013
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.1%
Female 67.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrisburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Harrisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$70,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,082
County GDP$2,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare97
Retail123
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrisburg is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.7%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Harrisburg, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death9,732/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities97
Harrisburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation798 ft (243 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,013/sq mi
Coordinates39.8107°N, 83.1684°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.5-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.90
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,013/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants84
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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