Harrison, MT

Montana

Harrison is a small town in Montana with a population of 96. Residents earn $70,625 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
96 Population 533/sq mi density
$70,625 Median Income $28,150 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,111 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$70,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,111/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,625
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,111
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population96
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density533/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,625
Per Capita$28,150
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$651M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,111
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation4,898 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries4

Is Harrison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrison receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. 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 $70,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches, including 51.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Harrison has a population of 96 with a density of 533 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

96
Total Population
533
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

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 $70,625, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Harrison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,625
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$100,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)619
County GDP$651M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare21
Retail43
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$988
1 Bedroom$1,076
2 Bedrooms$1,336
3 Bedrooms$1,789
4 Bedrooms$2,113

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,191
20% above US avg
In Harrison, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death5,982/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Harrison has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.4 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall51.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median26.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,898 ft (1,493 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density533/sq mi
Coordinates45.7044°N, 111.7844°W
County FIPS30057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density533/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants68
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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