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Harrisonville, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Harrisonville is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 302. Residents earn $68,250 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
302 Population 151/sq mi density
$68,250 Median Income $46,109 per capita
$370,800 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$68,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$370,800 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,250
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $370,800
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,250
Per Capita$46,109
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$370,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden31.2%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking11.9%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation86 ft (26 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+73.2%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute30 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries16

Is Harrisonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrisonville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. 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 $68,250, 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 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrisonville is $370,800, 32% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Harrisonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Harrisonville has a population of 302 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%).

Population

302
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.6%
Female 34.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrisonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.2%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.8%
145% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrisonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrisonville is $68,250, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Harrisonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,250
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,109
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone60.4%
Public Transit6.0%
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrisonville is $370,800, 32% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$370,800
32% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$201
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Harrisonville, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,879
Dentists1:2,238
Mental Health1:608
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits72.2%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Harrisonville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation86 ft (26 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates39.6857°N, 75.2773°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.4%
13% below US avg
High School+73.2%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone60.4%
Public Transit6.0%
Work from Home28.2%

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