Harrison, MI

Michigan

Harrison is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,275. Residents earn $40,888 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,275 Population 612/sq mi density
$40,888 Median Income $21,666 per capita
$115,100 Home Value $122,528 Zillow
$568 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$40,888 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,100 home value, $568/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,888
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,100
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $568
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,275
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,888
Per Capita$21,666
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$854M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,100
Rent$568
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,528

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,196 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is Harrison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrison receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Harrison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrison is $40,888, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrison is $115,100, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $568 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrison has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 74.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Harrison has a population of 2,275 with a density of 612 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

2,275
Total Population
612
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrison is $40,888, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Harrison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,888
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,666
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$58,282

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)583
County GDP$854M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare50
Retail122
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,612
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrison is $115,100, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $568 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,100
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$568
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,612
60% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Harrison, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.7% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma12.5%
COPD10.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death12,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Harrison has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall74.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,196 ft (365 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates44.0130°N, 84.8106°W
County FIPS26143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density612/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants74
Retail Stores122

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home4.9%

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