Harrisville, MI

Michigan

Harrisville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 484. Residents earn $36,089 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
484 Population 768/sq mi density
$36,089 Median Income $27,973 per capita
$108,700 Home Value $203,286 Zillow
$689 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$36,089 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,700 home value, $689/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,089
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $689
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population484
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density768/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,089
Per Capita$27,973
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$263M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,700
Rent$689
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,286
Housing Units347
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking17.1%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation629 ft (192 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband69.2%
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Harrisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrisville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Harrisville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrisville is $36,089, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrisville is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $689 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrisville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Harrisville has a population of 484 with a density of 768 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

484
Total Population
768
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrisville is $36,089, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Harrisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,089
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,973
Avg Weekly Wage$798
IRS Avg AGI$56,953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)214
County GDP$263M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare15
Retail41
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrisville is $108,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $689 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$689
41% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.2%
Housing Units347
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,792
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Harrisville, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits70.4%
Premature Death11,085/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities15
Harrisville has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall52.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation629 ft (192 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density768/sq mi
Coordinates44.6575°N, 83.2946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.7-point margin. 69.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density768/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants19
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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