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Harrison City, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Harrison City is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 117. Residents earn $22,750 per year, which is 70% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
117 Population 2,340/sq mi density
$22,750 Median Income $23,362 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$22,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,750
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.8%
100% higher than US avg

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

People

Population117
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density2,340/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,750
Per Capita$23,362
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.8%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute13 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation983 ft (300 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+82.2%
Graduate+24.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute13 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries22

Is Harrison City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrison City receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Harrison City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrison City is $22,750, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrison City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Harrison City has a population of 117 with a density of 2,340 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.1%).

Population

117
Total Population
2,340
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrison City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrison City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrison City is $22,750, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Harrison City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,750
70% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.8%
100% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Harrison City has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation983 ft (300 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density2,340/sq mi
Coordinates40.3548°N, 79.6502°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+82.2%
Graduate Degree+24.6%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,340/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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