Harrisonburg, LA

Louisiana

Harrisonburg is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 317. Residents earn $30,694 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
317 Population 327/sq mi density
$30,694 Median Income $50,146 per capita
$77,300 Home Value
$704 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,694 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,300 home value, $704/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,694
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,300
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $704
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans0.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,694
Per Capita$50,146
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$235M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,300
Rent$704
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.5 in/yr
Elevation44 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+73.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute25 min
Broadband64.7%
Libraries4

Is Harrisonburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrisonburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Harrisonburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrisonburg is $30,694, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrisonburg is $77,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrisonburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Harrisonburg has a population of 317 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 13.2% Black.

Population

317
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrisonburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Harrisonburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrisonburg is $30,694, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Harrisonburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,694
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,146
Avg Weekly Wage$748
IRS Avg AGI$50,590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)273
County GDP$235M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare19
Retail33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,040
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrisonburg is $77,300, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,300
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,040
70% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Harrisonburg, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death13,445/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access15.4%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Harrisonburg has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.5 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation44 ft (13 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates31.7685°N, 91.8230°W
County FIPS22025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 64.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+73.0%
School Test Score4.48
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants7
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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