Harrisonville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $60,727

19% lower than US avg

Home Value $190,300

32% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 210/100K

45% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.9%

53% lower than US avg

Median Rent $853

27% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.8%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.0%

39% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.9%

60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,002

Median Age37.8 yrs

Density895/mi²

Male / Female52% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$60,727

Per Capita$31,654

Unemployment5.0%

Poverty4.9%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$190,300

Rent$853

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$287,006

Housing Units4,357

Rent Burden25.9%

Crime

Violent210/100K

Property3,302/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault140/100K

Burglary660/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%

Uninsured9.6%

Smoking18.1%

Depression26.3%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.8 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.9%

High School+88.2%

Graduate+7.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband83.6%

EV Stations1

Is Harrisonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrisonville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Harrisonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrisonville is $60,727, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrisonville is $190,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Harrisonville is below the national average at 210 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,302 per 100,000, 68% above the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrisonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Harrisonville has a population of 10,002 with a density of 895 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 2.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,002

Total Population

895

People / sq mi

37.8yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

11.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%

Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrisonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.5%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.5%
	81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrisonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrisonville is $60,727, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,654 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Harrisonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$60,727
	19% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	4.9%
	60% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.1 min
Drive Alone	88.3%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrisonville is $190,300, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,006, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 4,357 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. 25.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$190,300
	32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$287,006
Median List Price	$269,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$269,000
$/Sq Ft	$119
Homes Sold	6
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	38.1%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$853
	27% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	58.2%
Housing Units	4,357
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

In Harrisonville, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 18.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 27.9% are physically inactive. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.8%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.1%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.9%
Depression	26.3%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.8%
Uninsured	9.6%
	12% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.1%
Dental Visits	58.4%

Food & Exercise

Harrisonville has a violent crime rate of 210 per 100,000 residents, 45% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 140.1 per 100,000, robbery at 50.0, rape at 20.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,302 per 100,000, 68% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,512, burglary at 660, vehicle theft at 130 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Harrisonville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	210.2/100K
	45% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	20.0/100K
Robbery	50.0/100K
Assault	140.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,302.3/100K
	68% above US avg
Burglary	660.5/100K
Theft	2,511.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	130.1/100K
Arson	10.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

Harrisonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.7°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.8 inches
	5% above US avg
Snowfall	4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	978 ft (298 m)
Area	11.2 sq mi (29.0 km²)
Population Density	895/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6533°N, 94.3488°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	1.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.4 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.0 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.6 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in
June	73°F (23°C)	5.4 in	Wettest
July	79°F (26°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.9 in
September	69°F (20°C)	4.8 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.8 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.6 in
December	33°F (0°C)	1.7 in

Harrisonville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 28°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.3").

15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.9%
	53% below US avg
High School+	88.2%
Graduate Degree+	7.1%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	895/sq mi
Total Area	11.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.6%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	3

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.1 min
Drive Alone	88.3%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	4.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Harrisonville

What is the population of Harrisonville?

Harrisonville has a population of 10,002 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 895 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Harrisonville expensive to live in?

Harrisonville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $60,727, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $190,300 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Harrisonville safe?

Harrisonville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 210 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,302 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Harrisonville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Harrisonville?

Harrisonville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Harrisonville?

The unemployment rate in Harrisonville is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Harrisonville?

The median home value in Harrisonville is $190,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,006. For renters, the median monthly rent is $853. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Harrisonville?

Schools in Harrisonville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Harrisonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Harrisonville?

The obesity rate in Harrisonville is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.1% of adults are smokers. 27.9% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Harrisonville?

The average commute in Harrisonville is 27 minutes. 88.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Harrisonville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Harrisonville is 93.9% White, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.7% of residents have a disability. 85.8% have health insurance coverage.

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