Harrisburg, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,574 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,077 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$335 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Poinsett County
4
Jonesboro Metro Area
5
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Poinsett County
4
Jonesboro Metro Area
7
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 37
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 19, AR State House District 38, AR
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Schools

Harrisburg Middle School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Harrisburg Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Harrisburg Jtc School
1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Arkansas State University-Main Campus
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Arkansas State University-Newport
27 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Bernards Medical Center
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Crossridge Community Hospital
24 miles, SW • 5 star
Arkansas Methodist Medical Center
36 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
55 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
131 miles, NE • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
150 miles, E • 1 star
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