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Harvey, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

milwaukeechef2020

Things that make Harvey unique

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $86,100 on average. With a population of 19,831, Harvey is a small town. The unemployment rate is 7.5%, which is concerning. The median home value here is around $86,100, which is actually reasonable. It's changing ...

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Elizabeth Martinez

Is Harvey worth moving to in 2026?

Alright, The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Skylar Rivera

How are the schools in Harvey?

Hey, Been living here since 2009. With a population of 19,831, Harvey is a small town. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good servi...

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milwaukeechef2020

Living in Harvey -the reality

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $41,091 in Harvey. It's a a small town city with about 19,831 people. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot i...

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Connor Lewis

Couple moving to Harvey from out of state

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2011. The unemployment rate is 7.5%, which is concerning. Crime rate is something to consider -Harvey sits at 1,296.5 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People ...

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milwaukeechef2020

How is Harvey for outdoor activities?

OK so Poverty rate is 21.0%, which is higher than I expected. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Serenity Sanders

Is Harvey getting better or worse?

OK so Household incomes average around $41,091 in Harvey. Median household income is $41,091, which feels on the lower side for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think? Night life is decent if y...

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Elizabeth Martinez

Best kept secrets of Harvey, IL

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Harvey sits at 1,296.5 per 100K. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I overthinking ...

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Carter Baker

Things Harvey needs to improve

Median household income is $41,091, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 21.0%, which is higher than I expected. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. TIA! Night l...

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