Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Harrisonburg is a mid-size city in Virginia with a population of 51,492. Residents earn $59,752 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Harrisonburg receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates. Harrisonburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Harrisonburg is $59,752, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Harrisonburg is $278,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Harrisonburg is below the national average at 198 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,210 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 36.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Harrisonburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 73.2% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 26.8% |
| 100% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,752 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,957 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $969 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,144 |
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,754 |
| Restaurants | 212 |
| Healthcare | 204 |
| Retail | 317 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,439 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.24% |
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
| Census Median | $278,200 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $342,099 |
| Median List Price | $266,900 |
| Median List Price | $266,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $199 |
| Homes Sold | 27 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.8% |
| Price Drops | 3.1% |
| Inventory | 32 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,120 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,704 |
| Studio | $1,050 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,057 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,322 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,801 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,125 |
| Owner-Occupied | 39.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,439 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.24% |
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 5,914/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 204 |
| Total Violent | 198.0/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 40.4/100K |
| Robbery | 21.1/100K |
| Assault | 136.5/100K |
| Total Property | 2,210.4/100K |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 438.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,718.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 53.8/100K |
| Arson | 5.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.0 inches |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 19.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,332 ft (406 m) |
| Area | 17.3 sq mi (44.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,970/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4363°N, 78.8733°W |
| County FIPS | 51660 |
Winner: Democrat by 25.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.7% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.07 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,970/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 22 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 26 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 204 |
| Restaurants | 212 |
| Retail Stores | 317 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |