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Harrison Lake, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Harrison Lake is a small town in Indiana with a population of 193.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
193 Population 715/sq mi density
$788,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $788,200
180% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.9%
149% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age73.9 yrs
Density715/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$107,370
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$443M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$788,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units168
Rent Burden33.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation710 ft (216 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+36.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries2

Is Harrison Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrison Lake receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Harrison Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrison Lake is $788,200, making it a premium housing market at 180% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Harrison Lake is a highly educated community — 83.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrison Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Harrison Lake has a population of 193 with a density of 715 people per square mile. The median age is 73.9 years, 90% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

193
Total Population
715
People / sq mi
73.9yrs
Median Age
90% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrison Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Harrison Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrison Lake is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Harrison Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$107,370
Avg Weekly Wage$720
IRS Avg AGI$73,377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)365
County GDP$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare24
Retail78
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,645
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrison Lake is $788,200, 180% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$788,200
180% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,645
24% below US avg
Effective Rate0.34%
Harrison Lake has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density715/sq mi
Coordinates39.1845°N, 86.0262°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 83.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (149% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.6-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.9%
149% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+36.7%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density715/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants56
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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