Median Income
$48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$69,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.1%
10% lower than US avg
How Harvey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population204
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$24,669
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,192M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$69,400
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,366
Rent Burden23.5%
Health
Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Elevation710 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2
Is Harvey a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Harvey 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. Harvey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Harvey is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Harvey is $69,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Harvey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Harvey has a population of 204 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Harvey is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,750 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,669 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,067 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,144 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 625 |
| County GDP | $1,192M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 75 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,289 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Harvey is $69,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,366.
Home Values
| Census Median | $69,400 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $159,366 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $938 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,289 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.18% |
In Harvey, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Harvey vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,887/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: Harvey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Harvey has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.7 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 710 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3179°N, 92.9227°W |
| County FIPS | 19123 |