Harrison, ID

Idaho · Metropolitan Area

Harrison is a small town in Idaho with a population of 243. Residents earn $95,417 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
243 Population 68/sq mi density
$95,417 Median Income $45,479 per capita
$339,100 Home Value $955,731 Zillow
$725 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$95,417 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$339,100 home value, $725/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,417
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $339,100
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.4%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,417
Per Capita$45,479
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,539M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$339,100
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$955,731

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation2,657 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.4%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Harrison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrison receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Harrison stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrison is $95,417, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrison is $339,100, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Harrison is a highly educated community — 54.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Harrison has a population of 243 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

243
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Harrison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrison is $95,417, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Harrison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,417
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,479
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$86,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,717
County GDP$11,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare652
Retail635
Manufacturing273

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrison is $339,100, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $955,731.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$339,100
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$955,731
Median List Price$518,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$518,000
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,301
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Harrison, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death6,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities652

Crime Rates: Harrison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Harrison has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,657 ft (810 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates47.4695°N, 116.8086°W
County FIPS16055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 54.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.4%
61% above US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.43
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities652
Restaurants482
Retail Stores635

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home12.6%

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