Harrison, NE

Nebraska

Harrison is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 196. Residents earn $48,571 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
196 Population 632/sq mi density
$48,571 Median Income $30,472 per capita
$68,100 Home Value $190,215 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$48,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,100 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,571
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,100
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density632/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$48,571
Per Capita$30,472
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$129M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,215

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation4,872 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Harrison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrison receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $48,571, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrison is $68,100, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrison has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 56.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Harrison has a population of 196 with a density of 632 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

196
Total Population
632
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

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 $48,571, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Harrison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,571
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,472
Avg Weekly Wage$783
IRS Avg AGI$43,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)27
County GDP$129M

Business (County)

Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrison is $68,100, 76% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,215.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,100
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,215

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

In Harrison, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate72.8%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access20.3%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Harrison has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall56.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,872 ft (1,485 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density632/sq mi
Coordinates42.6881°N, 103.8825°W
County FIPS31165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.1%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density632/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

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